Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alcott Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alcott Elementary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 93% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alcott Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcott Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#418 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
59%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
12%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcott Elementary School's ranking?
Alcott Elementary School is ranked #418 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Alcott Elementary School often compared to?
Alcott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Alcott Elementary School?
601 students attend Alcott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Alcott Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Alcott Elementary School offer ?
Alcott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Alcott Elementary School part of?
Alcott Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Alcott Elementary School located?
Alcott Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
School Calendar
View the Alcott Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of African American Heritage Month
February 01, 2025 (Saturday)
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of AAPI Heritage Month
May 01, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2025 (Sunday)
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