Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chicago Academy 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 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chicago Academy Elementary School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chicago Academy 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 Chicago Academy Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1664 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
73%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
19%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Chicago Academy Elementary School is ranked #1664 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chicago Academy Elementary School?
563 students attend Chicago Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Chicago Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chicago Academy Elementary School?
Chicago Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chicago Academy Elementary School offer ?
Chicago Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Chicago Academy Elementary School part of?
Chicago Academy Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Chicago Academy Elementary School located?
Chicago Academy Elementary School is located in the Dunning neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in Dunning.
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