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Christa Mcauliffe School

8944 174th St
Tinley Park, IL 60487
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Christa Mcauliffe School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 546 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Christa Mcauliffe School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Christa Mcauliffe School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Every Child. Every Day.

School Rankings

Christa Mcauliffe School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe School is 0.39, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#581 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
41%
27%
49%
30%
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
6%
17%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.39
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Christa Mcauliffe School's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe School is ranked #581 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe School?
546 students attend Christa Mcauliffe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Christa Mcauliffe School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe School?
Christa Mcauliffe School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe School offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe School part of?
Christa Mcauliffe School is part of Kirby School District 140.

School Calendar

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Date
Last Day of Third Quarter
March 13, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break - No School
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of Fourth Quarter
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of School - Report Cards Issued
May 22, 2026 (Friday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 546 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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