Needs Improvement
#3556 of 3,813 schools in IL
Barack H Obama Learning Academy
Elementary School · Hazel Crest SD 152-5
16448 S Park Ave, Markham, IL 60428
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,556 of 3,813
In Markham
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Hazel Crest SD 152-5
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Barack H Obama Learning Academy
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About Barack H Obama Learning Academy
Barack H Obama Learning Academy is a public elementary school in Markham, IL, part of Hazel Crest SD 152-5. Barack H Obama Learning Academy serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Barack H Obama Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,556 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Barack H Obama Learning Academy show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Barack H Obama Learning Academy 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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Barack H Obama Learning Academy — Students at Barack H Obama Learning Academy score 16% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
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: 2.2/10.
How Barack H Obama Learning Academy Compares
See how Barack H Obama Learning Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16448 S Park Ave, Markham, IL 60428
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barack H Obama Learning Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Taft School (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Harvey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CALVARY ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby South Holland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Markham, see our Markham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Riley Early Childhood Center Harvey | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Maya Angelou Elem Sch Harvey | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Holmes Elem School Harvey | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| CHILREN'S HABILITATION CENTER Harvey | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Taft School Harvey | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Whittier Elem School Harvey | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Jesse C White Learning Academy Hazel Crest | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| FIDLEY DE FIDLEY DO ACADEMY Harvey | 1.7 mi | — |
| Thornton Township High School Harvey | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| BRIGHT START CHILD CARE Homewood | 2.1 mi | — |
| Coolidge Middle School Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Bryant Elem School Harvey | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| THE ALPHABET CAMPUS Homewood | 2.1 mi | — |
| Prairie-Hills Junior High School Markham | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Rosa L Parks Middle School Dixmoor | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| James Hart School Homewood | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Martin L King Elem School Dixmoor | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ZION BUDS OF PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland | 2.2 mi | — |
| Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy Markham | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CALVARY ACADEMY South Holland | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60428 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,059
Median Home Value
$118,900
Median Rent
$1,686/mo
Population
10,980
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bret Harte Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.9 |
| Erie Elem Charter School Chicago, IL | 3.9 |
| Forrestal Elem School Great Lakes, IL | 3.9 |
| Green W Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.9 |
| Hanover Countryside Elem School Streamwood, IL | 3.9 |
| Harrison Elem School Wonder Lake, IL | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barack H Obama Learning Academy
What grades does Barack H Obama Learning Academy serve?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Barack H Obama Learning Academy?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barack H Obama Learning Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Barack H Obama Learning Academy is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barack H Obama Learning Academy rank in IL?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy ranks #3,556 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Barack H Obama Learning Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Barack H Obama Learning Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barack H Obama Learning Academy has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Barack H Obama Learning Academy a charter school?
No, Barack H Obama Learning Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barack H Obama Learning Academy a Title I school?
No, Barack H Obama Learning Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barack H Obama Learning Academy?
99.1% of students at Barack H Obama Learning Academy 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (708) 825-2400
Resources & Links
District
Hazel Crest SD 152-5- District Enrollment
- 875
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,022
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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