Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Karel Havlicek 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Karel Havlicek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Karel Havlicek Elementary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to achieving personal, academic, and civic potential
School Rankings
Karel Havlicek 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 Karel Havlicek Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#2389 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
85%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
5%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Karel Havlicek Elementary School's ranking?
Karel Havlicek Elementary School is ranked #2389 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Karel Havlicek Elementary School often compared to?
Karel Havlicek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Dual Language Academy, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Karel Havlicek Elementary School?
490 students attend Karel Havlicek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Karel Havlicek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Karel Havlicek Elementary School?
Karel Havlicek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Karel Havlicek Elementary School offer ?
Karel Havlicek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Karel Havlicek Elementary School part of?
Karel Havlicek Elementary School is part of Berwyn North SD 98 School District.
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