Serving 795 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Coonley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coonley 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
Coonley Elementary School's student population of 795 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coonley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coonley Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#200 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coonley Elementary School's ranking?
Coonley Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Coonley Elementary School often compared to?
Coonley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Coonley Elementary School?
795 students attend Coonley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Coonley Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coonley Elementary School?
Coonley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coonley Elementary School offer ?
Coonley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Coonley Elementary School part of?
Coonley Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Coonley Elementary School located?
Coonley Elementary School is located in the North Center neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in North Center.
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