Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci's student population of 205 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci 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 Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci is 0.00, 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
#3268 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
100%
16%
White
n/a
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
50%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci's ranking?
Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci is ranked #3268 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci often compared to?
Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sciis often viewed alongside schools like Gallistel Elementary Language Academy, Bright Elementary School 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 ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci?
205 students attend Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci?
Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci offer ?
Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci part of?
Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci located?
Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci is located in the Stoney Island Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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