Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marya Yates Elementary School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marya Yates Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Marya Yates Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
Excellence in Education Since 1869
School Rankings
Marya Yates Elementary School 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 Marya Yates Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2315 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
87%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marya Yates Elementary School's ranking?
Marya Yates Elementary School is ranked #2315 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marya Yates Elementary School?
284 students attend Marya Yates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Marya Yates Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marya Yates Elementary School?
Marya Yates Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marya Yates Elementary School offer ?
Marya Yates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Marya Yates Elementary School part of?
Marya Yates Elementary School is part of ESD 159 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break - No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break - No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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