Serving 743 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Budlong Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Budlong Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Budlong Elementary School's student population of 743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Budlong 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 Budlong Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1267 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
39%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
34%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Budlong Elementary School's ranking?
Budlong Elementary School is ranked #1267 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Budlong Elementary School often compared to?
Budlong Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chappell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Budlong Elementary School?
743 students attend Budlong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Budlong Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Budlong Elementary School?
Budlong Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Budlong Elementary School offer ?
Budlong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Budlong Elementary School part of?
Budlong Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Budlong Elementary School located?
Budlong Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lincoln Square.
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