Below Average
#3517 of 3,813 schools in IL
Maya Angelou Elem Sch
Elementary School · Harvey SD 152
15748 Page Ave, Harvey, IL 60426
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,517 of 3,813
In Harvey
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Harvey SD 152
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Maya Angelou Elem Sch
Elementary School in Harvey · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Maya Angelou Elem Sch
Maya Angelou Elem Sch is a public elementary school in Harvey, IL, part of Harvey SD 152. Maya Angelou Elem Sch serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Maya Angelou Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,517 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Maya Angelou Elem Sch show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Maya Angelou Elem Sch runs 21.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
39% of students at Maya Angelou Elem Sch 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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Maya Angelou Elem Sch — Students at Maya Angelou Elem Sch score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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: 5.7/10.
How Maya Angelou Elem Sch Compares
See how Maya Angelou Elem Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15748 Page Ave, Harvey, IL 60426
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maya Angelou Elem Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Markham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Taft School (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jesse C White Learning Academy (rated 5.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Hazel Crest), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Harvey, see our Harvey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Riley Early Childhood Center Harvey | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CHILREN'S HABILITATION CENTER Harvey | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Barack H Obama Learning Academy Markham | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| FIDLEY DE FIDLEY DO ACADEMY Harvey | 1.0 mi | — |
| Whittier Elem School Harvey | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Thornton Township High School Harvey | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Rosa L Parks Middle School Dixmoor | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Holmes Elem School Harvey | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Martin L King Elem School Dixmoor | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Bryant Elem School Harvey | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Jesse C White Learning Academy Hazel Crest | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Taft School Harvey | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Prairie-Hills Junior High School Markham | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Lincoln Elem School Dixmoor | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy Markham | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ZION BUDS OF PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland | 1.9 mi | — |
| Coolidge Middle School Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Brooks Middle School Harvey | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen | 2.2 mi | — |
| ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,995
Median Home Value
$88,500
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
23,066
College Educated
9.9%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coles Elem Language Academy Chicago, IL | 4.0 |
| Egyptian Elem School Tamms, IL | 4.0 |
| Emerson Elem School Berwyn, IL | 4.0 |
| Eunice Smith Elem School Alton, IL | 4.0 |
| Peotone Intermediate Center Frankfort, IL | 4.0 |
| Rupley Elem School Elk Grove Village, IL | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maya Angelou Elem Sch
What grades does Maya Angelou Elem Sch serve?
Maya Angelou Elem Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Maya Angelou Elem Sch?
Maya Angelou Elem Sch has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maya Angelou Elem Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Maya Angelou Elem Sch is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maya Angelou Elem Sch rank in IL?
Maya Angelou Elem Sch ranks #3,517 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Maya Angelou Elem Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Maya Angelou Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Maya Angelou Elem Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maya Angelou Elem Sch has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Maya Angelou Elem Sch a charter school?
No, Maya Angelou Elem Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maya Angelou Elem Sch a Title I school?
No, Maya Angelou Elem Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maya Angelou Elem Sch?
59.4% of students at Maya Angelou Elem Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 234
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (708) 333-0740
Resources & Links
District
Harvey SD 152- District Enrollment
- 1,544
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,475
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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