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Roy Elem School

Elementary School · Mannheim SD 83

533 N Roy Ave, Northlake, IL 60164

Enrollment

521

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,608 of 3,813

In Northlake

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Mannheim SD 83

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Roy Elem School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Northlake · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Roy Elem School

Roy Elem School is a public elementary school in Northlake, IL, part of Mannheim SD 83. Roy Elem School serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Roy Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,608 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Roy Elem School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Roy Elem School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,825
Chronic Absenteeism30.1%

Roy Elem School — Students at Roy Elem School score 18% 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

63.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.6% (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
89%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
ELA
29%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Roy Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in IL
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

Location

533 N Roy Ave, Northlake, IL 60164

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roy Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Passow Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Field Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dan H Pietrini Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northlake, see our Northlake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Whittier Primary School Northlake 0.6 mi 3.8
West Leyden High School Northlake 0.6 mi 7.2
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Northlake 0.8 mi 5.7
Mannheim Middle School Melrose Park 0.7 mi 6.1
Westdale Elem School Northlake 0.8 mi 6.2
Mannheim Early Childhood Ctr Northlake 0.8 mi 7.5
J W Riley Intermediate School Northlake 1.0 mi 5.3
Northlake Middle School Northlake 1.1 mi 5.4
Scott Elementary School Melrose Park 1.2 mi 6.3
Grant Primary Stone Park 1.4 mi 4.6
MacArthur Middle School Berkeley 2.0 mi 5.3
Dan H Pietrini Elem School Franklin Park 1.5 mi 7.2
Sunnyside Intermediate School Berkeley 2.0 mi 4.4
Grant Elem School Melrose Park 1.8 mi 4.8
Passow Elementary School Franklin Park 1.8 mi 8.4
Jefferson Primary School Bellwood 2.2 mi 3.8
Hester Jr High School Franklin Park 1.8 mi 7.3
Field Elem School Elmhurst 1.9 mi 8.3
Conrad Fischer Elem School Elmhurst 1.9 mi 5.5
John F Kennedy Elem School Schiller Park 2.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60164 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,483

Median Home Value

$240,400

Median Rent

$1,143/mo

Population

21,248

College Educated

14.5%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

39.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roy Elem School

What grades does Roy Elem School serve?

Roy Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Roy Elem School?

Roy Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Roy Elem School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roy Elem School rank in IL?

Roy Elem School ranks #2,608 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Roy Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roy Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Roy Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roy Elem School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Roy Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Roy Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

63.7% of students at Roy 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

District

Mannheim SD 83
District Enrollment
2,341
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,825
District Rank
#5 of 5

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