Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edward J Tobin 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 15-19% (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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward J Tobin Elementary School's student population of 346 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Edward J Tobin 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 Edward J Tobin Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
63%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
29%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward J Tobin Elementary School's ranking?
Edward J Tobin Elementary School is ranked #2046 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?
15-19% 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 Edward J Tobin Elementary School?
346 students attend Edward J Tobin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Edward J Tobin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward J Tobin Elementary School?
Edward J Tobin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edward J Tobin Elementary School offer ?
Edward J Tobin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Edward J Tobin Elementary School part of?
Edward J Tobin Elementary School is part of Burbank SD 111 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Summer School
July 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of Summer School
July 30, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of School / Half Day
August 18, 2026 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
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