Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ashe 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ashe Elementary School's student population of 364 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ashe 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 Ashe Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3151 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
98%
16%
White
n/a
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
26%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashe Elementary School's ranking?
Ashe Elementary School is ranked #3151 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ashe Elementary School often compared to?
Ashe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deneen Elementary School, Burnside Elementary Scholastic Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ashe Elementary School?
364 students attend Ashe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ashe Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashe Elementary School?
Ashe Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashe Elementary School offer ?
Ashe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ashe Elementary School part of?
Ashe Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashe Elementary School located?
Ashe Elementary School is located in the Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in Grand Crossing.
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