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#1703 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 45% in state
A F Ames Elem School
Elementary School · Riverside SD 96
86 Southcote Rd, Riverside, IL 60546
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Riverside
#3 of 5
public schools
Illinois elementary schools
#1,065 of 2,326
In district
#2 of 5
Riverside SD 96
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About A F Ames Elem School
A F Ames Elementary School serves 471 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Riverside, Illinois. With a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1 and 30 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides solid individual attention for its young learners. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranking #439 out of 3,819 Illinois elementary schools, placing it in the 88th percentile statewide.
With an impressive academic score of 9.6 out of 10, A F Ames shows particular strength in English Language Arts and reading instruction, with 62% of students achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Located at 86 Southcote Road, the school sits in an affluent suburban community where families are well-educated and economically stable. The surrounding ZIP code 60546 has a median household income of $106,967 and a median home value of $374,700, with 52% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of just 3.8%.
A F Ames Elementary operates as a regular public school in this prosperous Cook County suburb, serving families in a large suburban setting that values education and community involvement.
Score Breakdown
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A F Ames Elem School — Students at A F Ames Elem School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.
How A F Ames Elem School Compares
See how A F Ames Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 52% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 62% (2022).
Location
86 Southcote Rd, Riverside, IL 60546
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A F Ames Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Betsy Ross Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Forest Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INTIRAYMI SPANISH MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Riverside | 0.1 mi | — |
| L J Hauser Jr High School Riverside | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| TALLGRASS SUDBURY SCHOOL Riverside | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverside | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Central Elem School Riverside | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Blythe Park Elem School Riverside | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Riverside Brookfield Twp HS Riverside | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Hollywood Elem School Brookfield | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| J Sterling Morton West High Sch Berwyn | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Washington Middle School Lyons | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Emerson Elem School Berwyn | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Heritage Middle School Berwyn | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Piper School Berwyn | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Betsy Ross Elem School Forest Park | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Jefferson Elem School Berwyn | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Irving Elem School Berwyn | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Proviso Math and Science Academy Forest Park | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Komarek Elem School North Riverside | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| THE ANGELS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Berwyn | 1.6 mi | — |
| J W Robinson Jr Elem School Lyons | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60546 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,933
Median Home Value
$377,600
Median Rent
$1,331/mo
Population
16,582
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
39.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding A F Ames Elem School has a median household income of $109,933. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $377,600, with a median rent of $1,331/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Banner Elementary School Dunlap, IL | 6.5 |
| Boulder Hill Elem School Montgomery, IL | 6.5 |
| Bowlesburg Elem School Silvis, IL | 6.5 |
| Brighton Park Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| Currier Elementary School West Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A F Ames Elem School
What grades does A F Ames Elem School serve?
A F Ames Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend A F Ames Elem School?
A F Ames Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A F Ames Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at A F Ames Elem School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A F Ames Elem School rank in IL?
A F Ames Elem School is ranked #1703 out of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is A F Ames Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
A F Ames Elem School has a composite rating of 6.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A F Ames Elem School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, A F Ames Elem School has 57.0% math proficiency and 63.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is A F Ames Elem School a charter school?
No, A F Ames Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A F Ames Elem School a Title I school?
No, A F Ames Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A F Ames Elem School?
27.8% of students at A F Ames Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (861/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Riverside). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 447-0759
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Riverside SD 96- District Enrollment
- 1,743
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,929
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
Other Schools in This District
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