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#1832 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 48% in state

Scott Elementary School

Elementary School · Mannheim SD 83

2250 Scott St, Melrose Park, IL 60164

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,832 of 3,813

In Melrose Park

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Mannheim SD 83

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Scott Elementary School

6.3/10

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

Dan H Pietrini Elem School

7.2/10

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8.4/10

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About Scott Elementary School

Scott Elementary School is a public elementary school in Melrose Park, IL, part of Mannheim SD 83. Scott Elementary School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Scott Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,832 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Scott Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Scott Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,825
Chronic Absenteeism24.1%

Scott Elementary School — Students at Scott Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.6% (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
88%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
17%

* 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 Scott Elementary School Compares

See how Scott Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
52th percentile in IL
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

Location

2250 Scott St, Melrose Park, IL 60164

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scott Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Passow Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dan H Pietrini Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Melrose Park, see our Melrose Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Dan H Pietrini Elem School Franklin Park 0.3 mi 7.2
Passow Elementary School Franklin Park 0.8 mi 8.4
Hester Jr High School Franklin Park 0.8 mi 7.3
Mannheim Middle School Melrose Park 0.7 mi 6.1
Grant Primary Stone Park 1.0 mi 4.6
Whittier Primary School Northlake 0.9 mi 3.8
Grant Elem School Melrose Park 1.5 mi 4.8
North Elem School Franklin Park 1.4 mi 8.1
Stevenson Middle School Melrose Park 1.4 mi 7.3
East Leyden High School Franklin Park 1.6 mi 7.5
Roy Elem School Northlake 1.2 mi 5.4
ALPHA AND OMEGA LEARNING CENTER Melrose Park 1.5 mi
JOSEPH ACADEMY-MELROSE PARK Melrose Park 1.8 mi 4.7
JOSEPH ACADEMY Melrose Park 1.8 mi
Rhodes Elem School River Grove 1.5 mi 5.9
John F Kennedy Elem School Schiller Park 2.1 mi 6.5
West Leyden High School Northlake 1.6 mi 7.2
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Northlake 1.7 mi 5.7
Northlake Middle School Northlake 1.8 mi 5.4
J W Riley Intermediate School Northlake 1.8 mi 5.3

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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Edison Park Elem School Chicago, IL 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scott Elementary School

What grades does Scott Elementary School serve?

Scott Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Scott Elementary School?

Scott Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scott Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Scott Elementary School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scott Elementary School rank in IL?

Scott Elementary School ranks #1,832 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Scott Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Scott Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Scott Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scott Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Scott Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Scott Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Scott Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scott Elementary School?

69.2% of students at Scott Elementary 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

District

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

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