Serving 404 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Matteson 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% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matteson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Matteson Elementary School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Matteson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matteson Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2505 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
91%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matteson Elementary School's ranking?
Matteson Elementary School is ranked #2505 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Matteson Elementary School often compared to?
Matteson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richton Square School, Arcadia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Matteson Elementary School?
404 students attend Matteson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Matteson Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matteson Elementary School?
Matteson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Matteson Elementary School offer ?
Matteson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Matteson Elementary School part of?
Matteson Elementary School is part of Matteson ESD 162 School District.
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