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#2348 of 3,813 schools in IL
Riley Early Childhood Center
School · Harvey SD 152
16001 Lincoln Ave Riley Pre-K, Harvey, IL 60426
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,348 of 3,813
In Harvey
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Harvey SD 152
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Riley Early Childhood Center
School in Harvey · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Riley Early Childhood Center
Riley Early Childhood Center is a public school in Harvey, IL, part of Harvey SD 152. Riley Early Childhood Center serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Riley Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,348 of 3,813 schools in IL.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.2
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 132 students, Riley Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Riley Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Riley Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16001 Lincoln Ave Riley Pre-K, Harvey, IL 60426
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riley Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Thornton Township High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHILREN'S HABILITATION CENTER (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Markham), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Harvey, see our Harvey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maya Angelou Elem Sch Harvey | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Barack H Obama Learning Academy Markham | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| CHILREN'S HABILITATION CENTER Harvey | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| FIDLEY DE FIDLEY DO ACADEMY Harvey | 1.3 mi | — |
| Whittier Elem School Harvey | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Jesse C White Learning Academy Hazel Crest | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Holmes Elem School Harvey | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Rosa L Parks Middle School Dixmoor | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Thornton Township High School Harvey | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Prairie-Hills Junior High School Markham | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Martin L King Elem School Dixmoor | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy Markham | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Bryant Elem School Harvey | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Taft School Harvey | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Primary Learning Center Markham | 1.7 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elem School Dixmoor | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Coolidge Middle School Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| BRIGHT START CHILD CARE Homewood | 2.6 mi | — |
| ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen | 2.4 mi | — |
| ZION BUDS OF PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland | 2.1 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riley Early Childhood Center
What grades does Riley Early Childhood Center serve?
Riley Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Riley Early Childhood Center?
Riley Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riley Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Riley Early Childhood Center is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riley Early Childhood Center rank in IL?
Riley Early Childhood Center ranks #2,348 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Riley Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Riley Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Riley Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Riley Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riley Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Riley Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riley Early Childhood Center?
97.0% of students at Riley Early Childhood Center 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
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 132
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 210-3960
Resources & Links
District
Harvey SD 152- District Enrollment
- 1,544
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,475
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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