Serving 606 students in grades 6-12, Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter 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 22% (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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter's student population of 606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter 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 Math & Sci Elementary Charter is 0.67, 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
#1657 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)22%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
39%
27%
Black
41%
17%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter's ranking?
Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter is ranked #1657 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter?
The graduation rate of Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter?
606 students attend Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter?
Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter offer ?
Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter part of?
Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter located?
Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter is located in the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Rogers Park.
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