Below Average
#3141 of 3,813 schools in IL
New Beginnings Learning Academy
Elementary School · Dolton SD 149
15703 Clyde Ave, South Holland, IL 60473
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,141 of 3,813
In South Holland
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Dolton SD 149
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About New Beginnings Learning Academy
New Beginnings Learning Academy is a public elementary school in South Holland, IL, part of Dolton SD 149. New Beginnings Learning Academy serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. New Beginnings Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,141 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for New Beginnings Learning Academy show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at New Beginnings Learning Academy 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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New Beginnings Learning Academy — Students at New Beginnings Learning Academy score 7% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
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: 5.1/10.
How New Beginnings Learning Academy Compares
See how New Beginnings Learning Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15703 Clyde Ave, South Holland, IL 60473
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Beginnings Learning Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Madison School (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NEW LIFE CELEBRATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Dolton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South Holland, see our South Holland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| School of Fine Arts Calumet City | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Creative Communications Acad Calumet City | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| S T E M Academy Calumet City | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Carol Moseley Braun School Calumet City | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Diekman Elem School Dolton | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Caroline Sibley Elem School Calumet City | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Eisenhower School South Holland | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Berger-Vandenberg Elem School Dolton | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| AMERICAN SCHOOL Lansing | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| NEW LIFE CELEBRATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dolton | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Greenwood Elem School South Holland | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Wentworth Jr High School Calumet City | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Thornton Fractnl No High School Calumet City | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Wentworth Intermediate School Calumet City | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Thornridge High School Dolton | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Hoover Elem School Calumet City | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Holland | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Madison School South Holland | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| McKinley Elem School South Holland | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| McKinley Jr High School South Holland | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,046
Median Home Value
$200,000
Median Rent
$1,914/mo
Population
21,407
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
42.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashton-Franklin Center Elem Sch Franklin Grove, IL | 4.7 |
| Belle Alexander Elem School Kewanee, IL | 4.7 |
| Bennett Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.7 |
| Bruning Elem School Wilmington, IL | 4.7 |
| Diekman Elem School Dolton, IL | 4.7 |
| Elmwood Elem School Zion, IL | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Beginnings Learning Academy
What grades does New Beginnings Learning Academy serve?
New Beginnings Learning Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend New Beginnings Learning Academy?
New Beginnings Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Beginnings Learning Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Beginnings Learning Academy is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Beginnings Learning Academy rank in IL?
New Beginnings Learning Academy ranks #3,141 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is New Beginnings Learning Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
New Beginnings Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 New Beginnings Learning Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Beginnings Learning Academy has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is New Beginnings Learning Academy a charter school?
No, New Beginnings Learning Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Beginnings Learning Academy a Title I school?
No, New Beginnings Learning Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Beginnings Learning Academy?
99.4% of students at New Beginnings Learning Academy 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 317
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (708) 768-5200
Resources & Links
District
Dolton SD 149- District Enrollment
- 2,318
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,881
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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