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#2033 of 3,813 schools in IL
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Taft School
Elementary School · South Holland SD 151
393 E 163rd St, Harvey, IL 60426
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,033 of 3,813
In Harvey
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
South Holland SD 151
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Taft School
Elementary School in Harvey · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Taft School
Taft School is a public elementary school in Harvey, IL, part of South Holland SD 151. Taft School serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Taft School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,033 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Taft 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
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 Taft School Compares
See how Taft School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
393 E 163rd St, Harvey, IL 60426
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taft School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Madison School (rated 5.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby South Holland), with a very similar rating. Another option is CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby South Holland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CALVARY ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby South Holland), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harvey, see our Harvey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes Elem School Harvey | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Coolidge Middle School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CALVARY ACADEMY South Holland | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Barack H Obama Learning Academy Markham | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| ZION BUDS OF PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland | 1.7 mi | — |
| Thornton Township High School Harvey | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| LAREN MONTESSORI SCHOOL South Holland | 1.4 mi | — |
| Brooks Middle School Harvey | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Whittier Elem School Harvey | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| UNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Maya Angelou Elem Sch Harvey | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| STANDBERRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harvey | 2.0 mi | — |
| Bryant Elem School Harvey | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Wolcott School Thornton | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| THE ALPHABET CAMPUS Homewood | 2.1 mi | — |
| Thornwood High School South Holland | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Riley Early Childhood Center Harvey | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Holland | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| FIDLEY DE FIDLEY DO ACADEMY Harvey | 1.9 mi | — |
| Madison School South Holland | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Briargate Elem School Cary, IL | 6.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield, IL | 6.1 |
| Cobden Elem School Cobden, IL | 6.1 |
| Gordon School Posen, IL | 6.1 |
| Grant Park Elem School Grant Park, IL | 6.1 |
| HILLEL TORAH NORTH SUBURBAN DAY SCHOOL Skokie, IL | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taft School
What grades does Taft School serve?
Taft School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Taft School?
Taft School has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft School?
The student-teacher ratio at Taft School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taft School rank in IL?
Taft School ranks #2,033 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Taft School's MySchoolScout rating?
Taft School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Taft School a charter school?
No, Taft School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taft School a Title I school?
No, Taft School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taft School?
99.4% of students at Taft 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (708) 339-2710
Resources & Links
District
South Holland SD 151- District Enrollment
- 1,450
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,176
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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