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Roy Elementary School

533 N Roy Ave
Melrose Park, IL 60164
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Roy 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 521 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Roy Elementary School's student population of 521 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Where do we want to go? To cultivate lifelong learners, inspire dreams, and shape a brighter future for our global community.

School Rankings

Roy 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 Roy Elementary School is 0.29, 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)
#2208 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
11%
27%
29%
30%
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
84%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
10%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
4%
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 Roy Elementary School's ranking?
Roy Elementary School is ranked #2208 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Roy Elementary School often compared to?
Roy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Roy Elementary School?
521 students attend Roy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Roy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roy Elementary School?
Roy Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roy Elementary School offer ?
Roy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Roy Elementary School part of?
Roy Elementary School is part of Mannheim School District 83.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 521 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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