Needs Improvement
#3792 of 3,813 schools in IL
Steger Primary Center
Elementary School · Steger SD 194
3411 MIller Avenue, South Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,792 of 3,813
In South Chicago Heights
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Steger SD 194
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About Steger Primary Center
Steger Primary Center is a public elementary school in South Chicago Heights, IL, part of Steger SD 194. Steger Primary Center serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Steger Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,792 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Steger Primary Center show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.0
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Steger Primary Center 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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Steger Primary Center — Students at Steger Primary Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2013-14)
Based on 11 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.0/10.
How Steger Primary Center Compares
See how Steger Primary Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3411 MIller Avenue, South Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Steger Primary Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Chicago Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Chicago Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ILLINOIS LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Crete), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Chicago Heights, see our South Chicago Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| FOUNDATIONS 4 ADVANCEMENT Steger | 0.6 mi | — |
| U S Grant Elem School South Chicago Heights | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Steger Intermediate Center Steger | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Garfield Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Columbia Central School Steger | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Washington-McKinley Elem Sch Chicago Heights | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Lincoln Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Barack Obama Sch of Ldership Chicago Heights | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Wilson Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Algonquin Primary Center Park Forest | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Crete | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Crete Elementary School Crete | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Chicago Heights Middle School Chicago Hts | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ILLINOIS LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crete | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Bloom High School Chicago Heights | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Crete-Monee High School Crete | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,627
Median Home Value
$148,200
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
52,395
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Greenwood Elem School South Holland, IL | 2.6 |
| Elizabeth Morris Elem School Cahokia, IL | 2.5 |
| Jefferson Elem School Pekin, IL | 2.7 |
| South Shores Elem School Decatur, IL | 2.5 |
| Garden Hills Elem School Champaign, IL | 2.8 |
| Legacy Elem Charter School Chicago, IL | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Steger Primary Center
What grades does Steger Primary Center serve?
Steger Primary Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Steger Primary Center?
Steger Primary Center has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Steger Primary Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Steger Primary Center is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Steger Primary Center rank in IL?
Steger Primary Center ranks #3,792 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Steger Primary Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Steger Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Steger Primary Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Steger Primary Center has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
Is Steger Primary Center a charter school?
No, Steger Primary Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Steger Primary Center a Title I school?
No, Steger Primary Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Steger Primary Center?
74.6% of students at Steger Primary 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 362
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (708) 753-4100
Resources & Links
District
Steger SD 194- District Enrollment
- 1,439
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,216
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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