Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1949 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
92%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School's ranking?
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School is ranked #1949 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School?
270 students attend Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School?
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School offer ?
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School part of?
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School located?
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
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