Serving 570 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Komarek Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Komarek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Komarek Elementary School's student population of 570 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1931
School Calendar
School Rankings
Komarek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Komarek Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1507 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
54%
29%
Black
17%
16%
White
24%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Komarek Elementary School's ranking?
Komarek Elementary School is ranked #1507 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Komarek Elementary School?
570 students attend Komarek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Komarek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Komarek Elementary School?
Komarek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Komarek Elementary School offer ?
Komarek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Komarek Elementary School part of?
Komarek Elementary School is part of Komarek SD 94 School District.
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