Calumet Elementary School

1440 W Vermont Ave
Riverdale, IL 60827
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Serving 289 students in grades 6-8, Calumet 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 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 289 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 2% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Calumet Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
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Total Students
289 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Motto
Exemplifying Excellence Everyday.

School Rankings

Calumet 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 Calumet Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#3304 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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2%
27%
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11%
30%
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15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
n/a
6%
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Hispanic
19%
28%
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Black
80%
17%
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White
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45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.33
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Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Calumet Elementary School's ranking?
Calumet Elementary School is ranked #3304 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Calumet Elementary School?
289 students attend Calumet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Calumet Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calumet Elementary School?
Calumet Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Calumet Elementary School offer ?
Calumet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Calumet Elementary School part of?
Calumet Elementary School is part of Calumet Public School District 132.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 289 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 2% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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