Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Corkery Elementary School 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (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 99% 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: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corkery Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Corkery Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Corkery Elementary School 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 Corkery Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#3115 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
82%
27%
Black
15%
17%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
37%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corkery Elementary School's ranking?
Corkery Elementary School is ranked #3115 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Corkery Elementary School often compared to?
Corkery Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zapata Elementary Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Corkery Elementary School?
434 students attend Corkery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Corkery Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Corkery Elementary School?
Corkery Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Corkery Elementary School offer ?
Corkery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Corkery Elementary School part of?
Corkery Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Corkery Elementary School located?
Corkery Elementary School is located in the South Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in South Lawndale.
School Reviews
2 2/10/2020
Corkery Elementary has really failed in my opinion. Art and music and sports not available at this school. Ask children who attend this school if they have these activities. Answer is no. They can say they offer these activities, but there are no teachers for art, music or sports. Teachers need to step up their game as well. As do some parents. Principal needs to get on this bullying at the school too. Alot changed since I've attended cookery. Sad to say maybe it should be closed.
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