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Kellar School

Middle School · Posen-Robbins ESD 143-5

14123 S Lydia Ave, Robbins, IL 60472

Enrollment

408

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,939 of 3,813

In Robbins

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Posen-Robbins ESD 143-5

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Kellar School

5.0/10

Middle School in Robbins · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kellar School

Kellar School is a public middle school in Robbins, IL, part of Posen-Robbins ESD 143-5. Kellar School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kellar School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,939 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Kellar School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below IL schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,605
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Kellar School — Students at Kellar School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.8% (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
68%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
14%
2022
ELA
21%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Kellar School Compares

See how Kellar School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
23th percentile in IL
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

Location

14123 S Lydia Ave, Robbins, IL 60472

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kellar School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ALTERNATIVE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Blue Island), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Everett F Kerr Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Blue Island), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Robbins, see our Robbins schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Childs Elem School Robbins 0.1 mi 5.6
Spaulding School Midlothian 0.9 mi 4.9
Springfield Elem School Midlothian 0.9 mi 5.2
Turner Elem School Crestwood 1.0 mi 5.6
Horace Mann School Blue Island 1.0 mi 5.9
Gordon School Posen 0.8 mi 6.1
Posen Elem School Posen 1.0 mi 6.2
Central Park Elem School Midlothian 1.3 mi 3.7
ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Midlothian 1.1 mi 6.6
ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen 1.2 mi
ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen 1.2 mi
Bremen High School Midlothian 1.5 mi 5.2
DD Eisenhower High Sch (Campus) Blue Island 1.8 mi 6.6
Kolmar Elem School Midlothian 1.4 mi 4.1
George Washington Elementary Sch Alsip 1.9 mi 5.0
Whittier Elementary School Blue Island 1.7 mi 4.3
Everett F Kerr Middle School Blue Island 1.9 mi 5.3
ALTERNATIVE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY Blue Island 1.6 mi 5.4
Lincoln Elem School Blue Island 1.8 mi 7.3
ST WALTER ST BENEDICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Island 1.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,594

Median Home Value

$114,200

Median Rent

$1,188/mo

Population

4,961

College Educated

12.2%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

33.5%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kellar School

What grades does Kellar School serve?

Kellar School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Kellar School?

Kellar School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kellar School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kellar School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kellar School rank in IL?

Kellar School ranks #2,939 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Kellar School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kellar School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Kellar School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kellar School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kellar School a charter school?

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

Is Kellar School a Title I school?

No, Kellar School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kellar School?

75.0% of students at Kellar 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

Posen-Robbins ESD 143-5
District Enrollment
1,235
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,605
District Rank
#5 of 5

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