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Americana Elementary School
Elementary School · Queen Bee SD 16
1629 President St, Glendale Heights, IL 60139
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,544 of 3,813
In Glendale Heights
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Queen Bee SD 16
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About Americana Elementary School
Americana Elementary School is a public elementary school in Glendale Heights, IL, part of Queen Bee SD 16. Americana Elementary School serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Americana Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,544 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Americana Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Americana Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Americana Elementary School — Students at Americana Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 5.6/10.
How Americana Elementary School Compares
See how Americana Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1629 President St, Glendale Heights, IL 60139
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Americana Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Wheaton), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MATTHEW SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Forest Glen Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Glen Ellyn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale Heights, see our Glendale Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLENOAKS HOSPITAL MEDICAL SCHOOL PROGRAMS Glendale Heights | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Glenside Middle School Glendale Heights | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Queen Bee School Glendale Heights | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #865 Glendale Heights | 0.6 mi | — |
| Glen Hill Elementary School Glendale Heights | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Black Hawk Elem School Glendale Heights | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Reskin Elem School Glendale Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Marquardt Middle School Glendale Heights | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Stratford Middle School Bloomingdale | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Glendale Heights | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Churchill Elem School Glen Ellyn | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Winnebago Elem School Bloomingdale | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Washington Elementary School Wheaton | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| ST ISIDORE SCHOOL Bloomingdale | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| G Stanley Hall Elem School Glendale Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Hadley Junior High School Glen Ellyn | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL - WHEATON Wheaton | 2.5 mi | — |
| Jay Stream Middle School Carol Stream | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Forest Glen Elem School Glen Ellyn | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CCSD 93 Early Childhood Cntr Bloomingdale | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,996
Median Home Value
$249,300
Median Rent
$1,558/mo
Population
32,954
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrew Cooke Magnet Elem School Waukegan, IL | 5.5 |
| Arcola Elementary School Arcola, IL | 5.5 |
| Ashburn Community Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.5 |
| Black Hawk Elem School Glendale Heights, IL | 5.5 |
| Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem Chicago, IL | 5.5 |
| CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet, IL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Americana Elementary School
What grades does Americana Elementary School serve?
Americana Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Americana Elementary School?
Americana Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Americana Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Americana Elementary School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Americana Elementary School rank in IL?
Americana Elementary School ranks #2,544 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Americana Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Americana Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Americana Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Americana Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Americana Elementary School a charter school?
No, Americana Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Americana Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Americana Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Americana Elementary School?
55.4% of students at Americana Elementary 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (630) 260-6135
Resources & Links
District
Queen Bee SD 16- District Enrollment
- 1,685
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,754
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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