Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-5, M J Cunningham 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M J Cunningham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
M J Cunningham Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
M J Cunningham 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 M J Cunningham 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
#2837 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
85%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
5%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M J Cunningham Elementary School's ranking?
M J Cunningham Elementary School is ranked #2837 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are M J Cunningham Elementary School often compared to?
M J Cunningham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pershing Elementary School, Farragut Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend M J Cunningham Elementary School?
484 students attend M J Cunningham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of M J Cunningham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of M J Cunningham Elementary School?
M J Cunningham Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does M J Cunningham Elementary School offer ?
M J Cunningham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is M J Cunningham Elementary School part of?
M J Cunningham Elementary School is part of Joliet PSD 86 School District.
In what neighborhood is M J Cunningham Elementary School located?
M J Cunningham Elementary School is located in the Cunningham neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
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