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Coolidge Elementary School

Elementary School · Lansing SD 158

17845 Henry St, Lansing, IL 60438

Enrollment

665

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,529 of 3,813

In Lansing

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Lansing SD 158

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Coolidge Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Lansing · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Coolidge Elementary School

Coolidge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lansing, IL, part of Lansing SD 158. Coolidge Elementary School serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Coolidge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,529 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Coolidge Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,578
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

Coolidge Elementary School — Students at Coolidge Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
23%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Coolidge Elementary School Compares

See how Coolidge Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in IL
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

Location

17845 Henry St, Lansing, IL 60438

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coolidge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOLHOUSE (rated 9.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Hammond), which scores notably higher. Another option is James B Eads Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Munster), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Munster), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lansing, see our Lansing schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
LANSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing 0.4 mi 6.3
Lester Crawl Primary Ctr Lansing 0.7 mi 5.1
Reavis Elem School Lansing 0.9 mi 4.8
Thornton Fractnl So High School Lansing 0.9 mi 5.5
Memorial Jr High School Lansing 1.0 mi 5.0
James B Eads Elementary School Munster 1.0 mi 8.9
Schrum Memorial School Calumet City 1.3 mi 5.7
Nathan Hale Elem School Lansing 1.5 mi 4.1
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Munster 1.3 mi 7.9
Heritage Middle School Lansing 1.7 mi 5.1
Thomas A Edison Elementary School Hammond 1.6 mi 3.2
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Munster 1.5 mi 7.3
Kenwood Elementary School Hammond 1.9 mi 3.5
Hoover Elem School Calumet City 2.0 mi 4.9
EAGLE ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing 2.1 mi 6.0
Munster High School Munster 1.8 mi 8.6
Wilbur Wright Middle School Munster 1.8 mi 7.3
Oak Glen Elem School Lansing 1.8 mi 5.3
AMERICAN SCHOOL Lansing 1.9 mi 4.8
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOLHOUSE Hammond 2.5 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60438 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,043

Median Home Value

$168,600

Median Rent

$1,271/mo

Population

28,802

College Educated

27.6%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coolidge Elementary School

What grades does Coolidge Elementary School serve?

Coolidge Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Coolidge Elementary School?

Coolidge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 665 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Coolidge Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Coolidge Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coolidge Elementary School rank in IL?

Coolidge Elementary School ranks #2,529 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Coolidge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Coolidge 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 Coolidge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coolidge Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Coolidge Elementary School a charter school?

No, Coolidge Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Coolidge Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Coolidge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coolidge Elementary School?

99.1% of students at Coolidge 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

District

Lansing SD 158
District Enrollment
2,531
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,578
District Rank
#1 of 5

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