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Michael E Baum Elementary School

801 S LAKE RIDGE AVE DECATUR, IL 62521

About Michael E Baum Elementary School

Michael E Baum Elementary School is a public school located in Decatur, IL, which is in a small city setting. The student population of Michael E Baum Elementary School is 311 and the school serves K-6. At Michael E Baum Elementary School, 3% of students scored at or above the proficient level for math, and 3% scored at or above that level for reading. The student-teacher ratio is 19:1, which is the same as that of the district. Best Elementary School in Illinois Eisenhower High School is known for having famous alumni like MLB player Bill Madlock, NFL fullback Brit Miller, and bodybuilder Kim Chizevsky-Nicholls. Many students go on to college after they graduate. Dennis Lab School, which is close by, says that about 4% of its students are good at maths, and Montessori Academy for Peace is close behind with 5%. This shows that performance levels are the same across the district. Families moving to Decatur can expect to pay between $900 and $1,300 per month for a three-bedroom home. This makes the area a good choice for families looking for a supportive learning environment.

Michael E Baum Elementary School Contact Information

Address

801 S LAKE RIDGE AVE DECATUR, IL 62521

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Phone

(217) 362-3521

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 3%
Reading 3%
State average proficiency is 3% in Math and 3% in Reading.
16
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
311
Total Students
$47433
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 243 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Michael E Baum Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 a.m. – 2:00 p.m

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 36.4%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 5.1%
Black 40.4%
Two+ Races 17.2%
Native Am. 1%
White
36.4%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
5.1%
Black
40.4%
Two+ Races
17.2%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 311
44.4%
138 Female
55.6%
173 Male

Student Population

311 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Michael E. Baum Elementary School in Decatur, IL, introduced a therapy dog to support student well-being and create a caring school environment.

FAQ

Q1. How many students attend?

Ans. Approximately 310–320 students.

Q2. Does the school offer special education?

Ans. Yes, for students with learning needs.

Q3. What is the school’s mission?

Ans. To create a safe, respectful, and nurturing learning environment.

Q4. Are uniforms required?

Ans. No strict uniform policy, dress guidelines apply.

Q5. Is transportation available?

Ans. Yes, district buses serve eligible students.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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