Average
#1765 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 46% in state
John Muir Literacy Academy
Elementary School · Schaumburg CCSD 54
1973 Kensington Ln, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,765 of 3,813
In Hoffman Estates
#10 of 13
public schools
In district
#24 of 28
Schaumburg CCSD 54
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About John Muir Literacy Academy
John Muir Literacy Academy is a public elementary school in Hoffman Estates, IL, part of Schaumburg CCSD 54. John Muir Literacy Academy serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John Muir Literacy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,765 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for John Muir Literacy Academy show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at John Muir Literacy 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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John Muir Literacy Academy — Students at John Muir Literacy Academy score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
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: 6.3/10.
How John Muir Literacy Academy Compares
See how John Muir Literacy Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1973 Kensington Ln, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Muir Literacy Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Campanelli Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Schaumburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hoover Math and Science Academy (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Schaumburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Prairie School (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hoffman Estates, see our Hoffman Estates schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE WINSTON KNOLLS SCHOOL Hoffman Estates | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Neil Armstrong Elem School Hoffman Estates | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| MacArthur Intrntl Spanish Acad Hoffman Estates | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Hoffman Estates High School Hoffman Estates | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Dwight D Eisenhower JHS Hoffman Estates | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Winston Churchill Elem School Schaumburg | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Hoover Math and Science Academy Schaumburg | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Elizabeth Blackwell Elem School Schaumburg | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Helen Keller JHS Schaumburg | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Lincoln Prairie School Hoffman Estates | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Enders-Salk Elem School Schaumburg | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Lakeview Elem School Hoffman Estates | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Schaumburg High School Schaumburg | 2.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School Hoffman Estates | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF NORTH HOFFMAN Hoffman Estates | 2.8 mi | 8.9 |
| ACARATH MONTESSORI CENTER Schaumburg | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Campanelli Elem School Schaumburg | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Glenbrook Elem School Streamwood | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ST HUBERT SCHOOL Hoffman Estates | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT SCHAUMBURG Schaumburg | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60169 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,399
Median Home Value
$292,300
Median Rent
$1,694/mo
Population
33,529
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
36.6
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| Amboy Central Elem School Amboy, IL | 6.4 |
| B J Hooper Elem School Lindenhurst, IL | 6.4 |
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| Bridgeview Elem School Bridgeview, IL | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Muir Literacy Academy
What grades does John Muir Literacy Academy serve?
John Muir Literacy Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John Muir Literacy Academy?
John Muir Literacy Academy has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Muir Literacy Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at John Muir Literacy Academy is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Muir Literacy Academy rank in IL?
John Muir Literacy Academy ranks #1,765 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is John Muir Literacy Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
John Muir Literacy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 John Muir Literacy Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Muir Literacy Academy has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John Muir Literacy Academy a charter school?
No, John Muir Literacy Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Muir Literacy Academy a Title I school?
No, John Muir Literacy Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 453
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (847) 357-6444
Resources & Links
District
Schaumburg CCSD 54- District Enrollment
- 15,074
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,497
- District Rank
- #24 of 28
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