Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Armour Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Armour Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Armour Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Armour Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armour Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1252 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
72%
27%
Black
12%
17%
White
8%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
42%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armour Elementary School's ranking?
Armour Elementary School is ranked #1252 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Armour Elementary School often compared to?
Armour Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skinner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Armour Elementary School?
246 students attend Armour Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Armour Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armour Elementary School?
Armour Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armour Elementary School offer ?
Armour Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Armour Elementary School part of?
Armour Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Armour Elementary School located?
Armour Elementary School is located in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Bridgeport.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
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