Serving 783 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct's student population of 783 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
783 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct 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 Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct is 0.04, 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
#2477 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
28%

Black
2%
16%

White
n/a
45%

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)
43%
27%

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 Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct's ranking?
Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct is ranked #2477 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct?
783 students attend Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct?
Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct offer ?
Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct part of?
Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct located?
Chavez Elementary Multicultural Academy Ct is located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Back of the Yards.
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