Serving 882 students in grades 3-5, Chelsea Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chelsea 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
School Overview
Chelsea Elementary School's student population of 882 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
882 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chelsea Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chelsea Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#46 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
8%
17%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chelsea Elementary School's ranking?
Chelsea Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chelsea Elementary School?
882 students attend Chelsea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Chelsea Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chelsea Elementary School?
Chelsea Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chelsea Elementary School offer ?
Chelsea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Chelsea Elementary School part of?
Chelsea Elementary School is part of Frankfort CCSD 157c School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School (District Calendar)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School (District Calendar)
April 01, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School (District Calendar)
April 02, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School (District Calendar)
April 03, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School (District Calendar)
April 04, 2025 (Friday)
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