Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J Covington 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 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 65% 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: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J Covington Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
J Covington 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 J Covington Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1999 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
58%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
35%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Covington Elementary School's ranking?
J Covington Elementary School is ranked #1999 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J Covington Elementary School?
470 students attend J Covington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of J Covington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Covington Elementary School?
J Covington Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J Covington Elementary School offer ?
J Covington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J Covington Elementary School part of?
J Covington Elementary School is part of Oak Lawn-Hometown SD 123 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Student Attendance Gr 1-5
August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
COV KDG First Day 26/27
August 21, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
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