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Karel Havlicek Elem School

Elementary School · Berwyn North SD 98

6401 15th St, Berwyn, IL 60402

Enrollment

502

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,728 of 3,813

In Berwyn

#12 of 13

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Berwyn North SD 98

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Karel Havlicek Elem School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Berwyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Karel Havlicek Elem School

Karel Havlicek Elem School is a public elementary school in Berwyn, IL, part of Berwyn North SD 98. Karel Havlicek Elem School serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Karel Havlicek Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,728 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Karel Havlicek Elem School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,692
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

Karel Havlicek Elem School — Students at Karel Havlicek Elem School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.8% (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
81%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
17%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Karel Havlicek Elem School Compares

See how Karel Havlicek Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in IL
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

Location

6401 15th St, Berwyn, IL 60402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Karel Havlicek Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abraham Lincoln Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Longfellow Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF OAK PARK (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Berwyn, see our Berwyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Middle School Berwyn 0.2 mi 6.8
CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF OAK PARK Berwyn 0.4 mi 7.7
Irving Elem School Oak Park 0.5 mi 7.4
Prairie Oak School Berwyn 0.5 mi 6.6
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Oak Park 0.6 mi
WEST SUBURBAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park 0.7 mi 4.6
Warren Park School Cicero 0.6 mi 6.4
ST FRANCES OF ROME Cicero 0.6 mi 5.0
Daniel Burnham Elem School Cicero 0.7 mi 5.9
ST ODILO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berwyn 0.8 mi 5.1
LA CASA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park 0.9 mi
Abraham Lincoln Elem School Oak Park 0.8 mi 7.9
Komensky Elem School Berwyn 1.1 mi 6.2
Longfellow Elem School Oak Park 1.1 mi 7.8
Clark G R Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 5.7
Jefferson Elem School Berwyn 0.9 mi 6.5
Hiawatha Elem School Berwyn 1.1 mi 6.4
J Sterling Morton East High Sch Cicero 1.1 mi 6.6
Piper School Berwyn 1.2 mi 6.1
J Sterling Morton West High Sch Berwyn 1.2 mi 7.0

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

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Bernard J Ward Elem School Bolingbrook, IL 5.2
Canterbury Elem School Crystal Lake, IL 5.2
Centennial Elem School Plano, IL 5.2
Charles Reed Elementary Sch Plainfield, IL 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Karel Havlicek Elem School

What grades does Karel Havlicek Elem School serve?

Karel Havlicek Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Karel Havlicek Elem School?

Karel Havlicek Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Karel Havlicek Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Karel Havlicek Elem School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Karel Havlicek Elem School rank in IL?

Karel Havlicek Elem School ranks #2,728 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Karel Havlicek Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Karel Havlicek Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Karel Havlicek Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Karel Havlicek Elem School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Karel Havlicek Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Karel Havlicek Elem School a Title I school?

No, Karel Havlicek Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Karel Havlicek Elem School?

63.3% of students at Karel Havlicek 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

District

Berwyn North SD 98
District Enrollment
2,483
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,692
District Rank
#4 of 4

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