Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Charles J Sahs 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles J Sahs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles J Sahs Elementary School's student population of 304 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles J Sahs 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 Charles J Sahs Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1855 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)17%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
91%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
8%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles J Sahs Elementary School's ranking?
Charles J Sahs Elementary School is ranked #1855 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Charles J Sahs Elementary School often compared to?
Charles J Sahs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byrne Elementary School, Dore Elementary School, Kinzie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Charles J Sahs Elementary School?
304 students attend Charles J Sahs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Charles J Sahs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles J Sahs Elementary School?
Charles J Sahs Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charles J Sahs Elementary School offer ?
Charles J Sahs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Charles J Sahs Elementary School part of?
Charles J Sahs Elementary School is part of Central Stickney SD 110 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/17/2021
I like this school it is very epic and really cool, all the students are really nice and the teachers too. everyone supports you there, they don't have strict rules and things, the lunch is also really nice. the work and grades are based on your skill and age, also they have no hand-me-downs, they are original, they have a lot of money and responsible about their decisions, they have so many programs and activities, projects and so much more stuff. overall, I love it!
3 11/8/2021
The school ok area is kind of right but in my opinion, most of the teachers treat u Removed most of them are cool but if ur kids are sensitive with stuff like that I advise u to send them to mark twain it seemed better there I have no idea why I chose Sahs instead but I did. I recommend sending ur kid there but taking them to a different school when they hit junior high and the nurse and staff are cool. it''s fun here I''d give says a 3/5.
5 10/14/2013
my name is aryel and i love this school no matter how difficult it is and the way some kids treat me nicely some treat me horrible. but when u need someone or a friend they are all ways there, and I know that I will be there for them to because this school is like my home.
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