Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Coles Elementary Language Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coles Elementary Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Coles Elementary Language Academy's student population of 265 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coles Elementary Language Academy 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 Coles Elementary Language Academy is 0.10, 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
#3268 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
95%
17%
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
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coles Elementary Language Academy's ranking?
Coles Elementary Language Academy is ranked #3268 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Coles Elementary Language Academy often compared to?
Coles Elementary Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hoyne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Coles Elementary Language Academy?
265 students attend Coles Elementary Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Coles Elementary Language Academy students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coles Elementary Language Academy?
Coles Elementary Language Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coles Elementary Language Academy offer ?
Coles Elementary Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Coles Elementary Language Academy part of?
Coles Elementary Language Academy is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Coles Elementary Language Academy located?
Coles Elementary Language Academy is located in the South Chicago neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in South Chicago.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2014
Overall Edward Coles is a great school the principals and teachers care about all of their students.
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