Julia S Molloy Education Center 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students (19-20)
98 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)28%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)12%
26%
Black
(19-20)10%
17%
White
(19-20)47%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)3%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
14%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Julia S Molloy Education Center often compared to?
Julia S Molloy Education Centeris often viewed alongside schools like North Shore Academy, Kirk School, John Powers Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Julia S Molloy Education Center?
98 students attend Julia S Molloy Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Julia S Molloy Education Center students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Julia S Molloy Education Center offer ?
Julia S Molloy Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Julia S Molloy Education Center part of?
Julia S Molloy Education Center is part of Niles Township District For Special Education.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Graduated from Molloy, where my teacher discovered my musical talent. I then went on to complete a doctorate degree in music.
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