Serving 182 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Beard Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Beard Elementary School's student population of 182 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 95% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beard Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
40%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
44%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Beard Elementary School often compared to?
Beard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dirksen Elementary School, Garvy J 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Beard Elementary School?
182 students attend Beard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Beard Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beard Elementary School?
Beard Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beard Elementary School offer ?
Beard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Beard Elementary School part of?
Beard Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Beard Elementary School located?
Beard Elementary School is located in the Big Oaks neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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