Serving 401 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Americana Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Americana Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Americana Elementary School's student population of 401 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Americana 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 Americana Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1807 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
48%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Americana Elementary School's ranking?
Americana Elementary School is ranked #1807 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Americana Elementary School often compared to?
Americana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Americana Elementary School?
401 students attend Americana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Americana Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Americana Elementary School?
Americana Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Americana Elementary School offer ?
Americana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Americana Elementary School part of?
Americana Elementary School is part of Queen Bee SD 16 School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Its a nice school in a nice area where kids get along well! I have been going jer for a while now and I like it! So amazing with nice teachers as well!
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