Serving 966 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Beaubien 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 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 966 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beaubien 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
Diversity
School Overview
Beaubien Elementary School's student population of 966 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
966 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beaubien 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 Beaubien Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#486 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
34%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaubien Elementary School's ranking?
Beaubien Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Beaubien Elementary School often compared to?
Beaubien Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farnsworth Elementary School, Prussing Elementary School, Palmer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Beaubien Elementary School?
966 students attend Beaubien Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Beaubien Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beaubien Elementary School?
Beaubien Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beaubien Elementary School offer ?
Beaubien Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Beaubien Elementary School part of?
Beaubien Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Beaubien Elementary School located?
Beaubien Elementary School is located in the Jefferson Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Jefferson Park.
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