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Marquette Elem School

Elementary School · Harlem UD 122

8500 Victory Ln, Machesney Park, IL 61115

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

4.5

Grades

1st – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,260 of 3,813

In Machesney Park

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#11 of 11

Harlem UD 122

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Marquette Elem School

4.5/10

Elementary School in Machesney Park · grades 1st – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Machesney Elem School

5.5/10

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6.3/10

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About Marquette Elem School

Marquette Elem School is a public elementary school in Machesney Park, IL, part of Harlem UD 122. Marquette Elem School serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Marquette Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,260 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Marquette Elem School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,101
Chronic Absenteeism28.9%

Marquette Elem School — Students at Marquette Elem School score 15% 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

64.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.5% (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
77%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
7.5%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Marquette Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
15th percentile in IL
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

Location

8500 Victory Ln, Machesney Park, IL 61115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marquette Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thurgood Marshall Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Rockford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Olson Park Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Machesney Park, see our Machesney Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Machesney Elem School Machesney Park 0.6 mi 5.5
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center Machesney Park 0.7 mi 6.3
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park 0.9 mi 6.7
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park 0.9 mi 6.7
VERITAS CHRISTI HYBRID ACADEMY Rockford 1.0 mi 6.6
Harlem Middle School Loves Park 1.5 mi 6.0
Maple Elem School Loves Park 1.3 mi 5.2
Windsor Elem School Loves Park 1.6 mi 4.6
Ralston Elem School Machesney Park 1.8 mi 6.6
Olson Park Elem School Machesney Park 1.5 mi 7.2
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Loves Park 1.9 mi 5.2
WALTER LAWSON CHILDRENS HOME Loves Park 1.6 mi
Loves Park Elem School Loves Park 2.3 mi 5.5
Harlem High School Machesney Park 1.8 mi 5.8
ROCKFORD BOYLAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Rockford 2.2 mi 6.6
Rock Cut Elem School Loves Park 2.1 mi 5.5
Thurgood Marshall Elementary Rockford 2.4 mi 8.5
SPECTRUM SCHOOL Rockford 3.0 mi 5.4
West View Elem School Rockford 2.9 mi 4.0
Clifford P Carlson Elem School Rockford 3.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,771

Median Home Value

$160,700

Median Rent

$1,111/mo

Population

22,424

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

80.3%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

40.1

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Burr Oak Elem School Calumet Park, IL 4.5
Century Elementary School Ullin, IL 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marquette Elem School

What grades does Marquette Elem School serve?

Marquette Elem School serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.

How many students attend Marquette Elem School?

Marquette Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marquette Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marquette Elem School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marquette Elem School rank in IL?

Marquette Elem School ranks #3,260 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Marquette Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marquette Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Marquette Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marquette Elem School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Marquette Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Marquette Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

64.3% of students at Marquette 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Winnebago County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

District

Harlem UD 122
District Enrollment
6,254
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,101
District Rank
#11 of 11

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