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Jane Addams Elem School

Elementary School · Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89

910 Division St, Melrose Park, IL 60160

Enrollment

441

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,611 of 3,813

In Melrose Park

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89

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Jane Addams Elem School

3.7/10

Elementary School in Melrose Park · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jane Addams Elem School

Jane Addams Elem School is a public elementary school in Melrose Park, IL, part of Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89. Jane Addams Elem School serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Jane Addams Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,611 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Jane Addams Elem School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-7.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,096
Chronic Absenteeism24.5%

Jane Addams Elem School — Students at Jane Addams Elem School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 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
93%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
30%
2022
ELA
27%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.

How Jane Addams Elem School Compares

See how Jane Addams Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
5th percentile in IL
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

Location

910 Division St, Melrose Park, IL 60160

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jane Addams Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby River Forest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willard Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby River Forest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Dual Language Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Maywood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Melrose Park, see our Melrose Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Elem School Maywood 0.5 mi 7.4
WALTHER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melrose Park 0.5 mi 7.1
Melrose Park Elem School Melrose Park 0.7 mi 6.4
Stevenson Middle School Melrose Park 0.7 mi 7.3
JOSEPH ACADEMY-MELROSE PARK Melrose Park 0.8 mi 4.7
JOSEPH ACADEMY Melrose Park 0.8 mi
ALPHA AND OMEGA LEARNING CENTER Melrose Park 0.8 mi
Washington Dual Language Academy Maywood 1.2 mi 8.3
MAYWOOD MARGERY DAW DAY CARE Maywood 1.2 mi
Emerson Elem School Maywood 1.3 mi 4.0
Rhodes Elem School River Grove 1.5 mi 5.9
Irving Middle School Maywood 1.5 mi 7.3
Proviso East High School Maywood 1.5 mi 4.3
Thurgood Marshall Elem School Bellwood 1.4 mi 5.5
Roosevelt Middle School Bellwood 1.4 mi 4.6
Garfield Elem School Maywood 1.8 mi 4.4
Elmwood Park High School Elmwood Park 1.7 mi 5.7
Willard Elem School River Forest 1.4 mi 9.0
Lincoln Elem School River Forest 1.6 mi 9.2
River Grove Elem School River Grove 2.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,740

Median Home Value

$265,000

Median Rent

$1,194/mo

Population

24,513

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

57.3%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

35

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Gavin Central Elementary School Ingleside, IL 3.7
George O Barr School Silvis, IL 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jane Addams Elem School

What grades does Jane Addams Elem School serve?

Jane Addams Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Jane Addams Elem School?

Jane Addams Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jane Addams Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jane Addams Elem School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jane Addams Elem School rank in IL?

Jane Addams Elem School ranks #3,611 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Jane Addams Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jane Addams Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Jane Addams Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jane Addams Elem School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jane Addams Elem School a charter school?

No, Jane Addams Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jane Addams Elem School a Title I school?

No, Jane Addams Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jane Addams Elem School?

49.7% of students at Jane Addams 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

District

Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89
District Enrollment
4,153
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,096
District Rank
#8 of 9

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