Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Barack H Obama Learning Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barack H Obama Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barack H Obama Learning Academy's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Together Everyone Achieves More
School Rankings
Barack H Obama Learning Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barack H Obama Learning Academy is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3468 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
77%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barack H Obama Learning Academy's ranking?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy is ranked #3468 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Barack H Obama Learning Academy often compared to?
Barack H Obama Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jesse C White Learning Academy, Highlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Barack H Obama Learning Academy?
466 students attend Barack H Obama Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Barack H Obama Learning Academy students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barack H Obama Learning Academy?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barack H Obama Learning Academy offer ?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Barack H Obama Learning Academy part of?
Barack H Obama Learning Academy is part of Hazel Crest SD 152-5 School District.
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