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Home Elem School
Elementary School · Lyons SD 103
4400 Home Ave, Stickney, IL 60402
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,424 of 3,813
In Stickney
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Lyons SD 103
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Home Elem School
Elementary School in Stickney · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Home Elem School
Home Elem School is a public elementary school in Stickney, IL, part of Lyons SD 103. Home Elem School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Home Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,424 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Home Elem School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Home Elem School — Students at Home Elem School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.4%
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: 4.1/10.
How Home Elem School Compares
See how Home Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4400 Home Ave, Stickney, IL 60402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Home Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blythe Park Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kinzie Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stickney, see our Stickney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edison Elem School Stickney | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| J W Robinson Jr Elem School Lyons | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Irving Elem School Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Pershing Elem School Berwyn | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Byrne Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| THE ANGELS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Berwyn | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST LEONARD SCHOOL Berwyn | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Emerson Elem School Berwyn | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Heritage Middle School Berwyn | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PECKWAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Summit | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Walsh Elem School Summit | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Washington Middle School Lyons | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverside | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| KID'Z COLONY Chicago | 1.6 mi | — |
| Blythe Park Elem School Riverside | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Kennedy High School Chicago | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Abe Lincoln Elem School Cicero | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Kinzie Elem School Chicago | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Freedom Middle School Berwyn | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Central Elem School Riverside | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,993
Median Home Value
$277,800
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
63,867
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Breese, IL | 5.6 |
| Black Hawk Elem School Springfield, IL | 5.6 |
| Brown W Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
| Chateaux School Hazel Crest, IL | 5.6 |
| Colemon J Elem Academy Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
| Dallas City Elem School Dallas City, IL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Home Elem School
What grades does Home Elem School serve?
Home Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Home Elem School?
Home Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Home Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Home Elem School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Home Elem School rank in IL?
Home Elem School ranks #2,424 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Home Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Home Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Home Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Home Elem School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Home Elem School a charter school?
No, Home Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Home Elem School a Title I school?
No, Home Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Home Elem School?
76.4% of students at Home 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.3%
- Phone
- (708) 783-4500
Resources & Links
District
Lyons SD 103- District Enrollment
- 2,086
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,997
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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