Below Average
#3313 of 3,813 schools in IL
Taft Primary School
Elementary School · Kankakee SD 111
1155 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL 60901
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,313 of 3,813
In Kankakee
#9 of 11
public schools
In district
#8 of 10
Kankakee SD 111
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Taft Primary School
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About Taft Primary School
Taft Primary School is a public elementary school in Kankakee, IL, part of Kankakee SD 111. Taft Primary School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Taft Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,313 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Taft Primary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at Taft Primary 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
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Taft Primary School — Students at Taft Primary School score 10% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
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: 4.6/10.
How Taft Primary School Compares
See how Taft Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1155 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL 60901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taft Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley East Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Bradley), which scores notably higher. Another option is BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS (rated 6.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Bourbonnais), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alan B Shepard Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Bourbonnais), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kankakee, see our Kankakee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John Kennedy Middle Grade School Kankakee | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Kankakee High School Kankakee | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| KANKAKEE TRINITY ACADEMY Kankakee | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kankakee | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Steuben Elementary School Kankakee | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Proegler School Kankakee | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Bradley West Elem School Bradley | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| King Middle Grade School Kankakee | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Elem Kankakee | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Bradley Central Middle School Bradley | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Bradley-Bourbonnais C High School Bradley | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Bradley East Elem School Bradley | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Edison Primary School Kankakee | 2.2 mi | 2.7 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS Bourbonnais | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Shabbona Elem School Bourbonnais | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Alan B Shepard Elem School Bourbonnais | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Kankakee Junior High School Kankakee | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Mark Twain Primary School Kankakee | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kankakee | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center Bourbonnais | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,557
Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$1,020/mo
Population
33,224
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adm Richard E Byrd Elem School Elk Grove Village, IL | 4.4 |
| Bethalto East Primary School Bethalto, IL | 4.4 |
| Brighton Park Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.4 |
| Cassell Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.4 |
| Cedar Ridge Elem School Bloomington, IL | 4.4 |
| Daisy Bates Acad of Social Justic Chicago, IL | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taft Primary School
What grades does Taft Primary School serve?
Taft Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Taft Primary School?
Taft Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Taft Primary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taft Primary School rank in IL?
Taft Primary School ranks #3,313 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Taft Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Taft Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Taft Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taft Primary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Taft Primary School a charter school?
No, Taft Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taft Primary School a Title I school?
No, Taft Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taft Primary School?
87.4% of students at Taft Primary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Kankakee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.4%
- Phone
- (815) 932-0811
Resources & Links
District
Kankakee SD 111- District Enrollment
- 4,655
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #8 of 10
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