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#1751 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 46% in state

Kolmar Avenue Elem School

Elementary School · Oak Lawn-Hometown SD 123

10425 S Kolmar Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Enrollment

423

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,751 of 3,813

In Oak Lawn

#4 of 12

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Oak Lawn-Hometown SD 123

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Kolmar Avenue Elem School

6.4/10

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

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About Kolmar Avenue Elem School

Kolmar Avenue Elem School is a public elementary school in Oak Lawn, IL, part of Oak Lawn-Hometown SD 123. Kolmar Avenue Elem School serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kolmar Avenue Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,751 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Kolmar Avenue Elem School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,518
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Kolmar Avenue Elem School — Students at Kolmar Avenue Elem School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (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
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2022
ELA
42%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Kolmar Avenue Elem School Compares

See how Kolmar Avenue Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
54th percentile in IL
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

Location

10425 S Kolmar Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kolmar Avenue Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southwest Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Evergreen Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTHWEST CHICAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-OAK LAWN (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST GERMAINE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oak Lawn, see our Oak Lawn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Lawn Manor School Oak Lawn 0.5 mi 6.4
ST CATHERINE OF ALEXANDRIA SCHOOL Oak Lawn 0.5 mi 5.0
OAK LAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Lawn 0.7 mi
J M Hannum Elem School Oak Lawn 0.8 mi 6.2
ST GERMAINE SCHOOL Oak Lawn 0.9 mi 7.2
ST LINUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oak Lawn 0.7 mi 5.8
Sward Elem School Oak Lawn 1.0 mi 5.3
BR RICE HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 0.9 mi 4.5
MOTHER MCAULEY LIBERAL ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.1 mi 6.2
Chicago HS for Agricult Sciences Chicago 1.2 mi 6.9
MARIST HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.4 mi 4.5
Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle Sch Oak Lawn 1.2 mi 4.9
Stony Creek Elem School Alsip 1.6 mi 5.6
QUEEN OF MARTYRS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Evergreen Park 1.2 mi 5.5
Southwest Elem School Evergreen Park 1.3 mi 7.7
H L Richards High Sch(Campus) Oak Lawn 1.3 mi 7.7
MOST HOLY REDEEMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Evergreen Park 1.5 mi 4.4
Hazelgreen Elem School Alsip 1.8 mi 5.8
Prairie Jr High School Alsip 1.9 mi 5.8
SOUTHWEST CHICAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-OAK LAWN Oak Lawn 1.5 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,493

Median Home Value

$267,900

Median Rent

$1,310/mo

Population

57,098

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

82.5%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kolmar Avenue Elem School

What grades does Kolmar Avenue Elem School serve?

Kolmar Avenue Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Kolmar Avenue Elem School?

Kolmar Avenue Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kolmar Avenue Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kolmar Avenue Elem School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kolmar Avenue Elem School rank in IL?

Kolmar Avenue Elem School ranks #1,751 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Kolmar Avenue Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kolmar Avenue Elem School 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 Kolmar Avenue Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kolmar Avenue Elem School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kolmar Avenue Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Kolmar Avenue Elem School a Title I school?

No, Kolmar Avenue Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kolmar Avenue Elem School?

38.5% of students at Kolmar Avenue 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
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

District

Oak Lawn-Hometown SD 123
District Enrollment
3,332
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,518
District Rank
#1 of 6

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