Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Total Students (19-20)
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
The ultimate goal is to facilitate growth and development for students to achieve priority long-term outcomes and to insure the welfare and human dignity of all students.
Average Class Size
13 students
School Rankings
Hispanic
(19-20)62%
26%
Black
(19-20)31%
17%
White
(19-20)5%
48%
Two or more races
(19-20)2%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
78%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
10%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Paec Academy?
58 students attend Paec Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Paec Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What school district is Paec Academy part of?
Paec Academy is part of Proviso Area Exceptional Child School District.
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