Below Average
#3362 of 3,813 schools in IL
Holmes Elem School
Elementary School · Harvey SD 152
16000 Carse Ave, Harvey, IL 60426
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,362 of 3,813
In Harvey
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Harvey SD 152
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Holmes Elem School
Elementary School in Harvey · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holmes Elem School
Holmes Elem School is a public elementary school in Harvey, IL, part of Harvey SD 152. Holmes Elem School serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Holmes Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,362 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Holmes Elem School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Holmes Elem 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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Holmes Elem School — Students at Holmes Elem School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
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: 5.1/10.
How Holmes Elem School Compares
See how Holmes Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16000 Carse Ave, Harvey, IL 60426
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holmes Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Taft School (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALVARY ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby South Holland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maya Angelou Elem Sch (rated 4.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Harvey, see our Harvey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Taft School Harvey | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Coolidge Middle School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Barack H Obama Learning Academy Markham | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Thornton Township High School Harvey | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Whittier Elem School Harvey | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| CALVARY ACADEMY South Holland | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ZION BUDS OF PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland | 1.4 mi | — |
| Maya Angelou Elem Sch Harvey | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Bryant Elem School Harvey | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Riley Early Childhood Center Harvey | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Brooks Middle School Harvey | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| FIDLEY DE FIDLEY DO ACADEMY Harvey | 1.5 mi | — |
| CHILREN'S HABILITATION CENTER Harvey | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| STANDBERRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harvey | 1.8 mi | — |
| LAREN MONTESSORI SCHOOL South Holland | 1.7 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elem School Dolton | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Roosevelt Junior High School Dolton | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| UNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| THE ALPHABET CAMPUS Homewood | 2.4 mi | — |
| UNDER CARREY'S CARE #1 Riverdale | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,995
Median Home Value
$88,500
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
23,066
College Educated
9.9%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALTAMONT LUTHERAN INTERPARISH SCHOOL Altamont, IL | 4.3 |
| CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yorkville, IL | 4.3 |
| Hoyne Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.3 |
| McKinley Elem School South Holland, IL | 4.3 |
| Neil Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.3 |
| Ridgeview Elementary School Colfax, IL | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holmes Elem School
What grades does Holmes Elem School serve?
Holmes Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Holmes Elem School?
Holmes Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holmes Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holmes Elem School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holmes Elem School rank in IL?
Holmes Elem School ranks #3,362 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Holmes Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holmes Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Holmes Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holmes Elem School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Holmes Elem School a charter school?
No, Holmes Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Holmes Elem School a Title I school?
No, Holmes Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holmes Elem School?
65.6% of students at Holmes 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.6%
- Phone
- (708) 333-0440
Resources & Links
District
Harvey SD 152- District Enrollment
- 1,544
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,475
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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