Serving 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic's student population of 212 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
212 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic 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 Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic is 0.02, 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%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%

Black
99%
16%

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 (11-12)
50%
27%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic's ranking?
Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic is ranked #3268 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic often compared to?
Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justicis often viewed alongside schools like Gallistel Elementary Language Academy, Bright 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 Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic?
212 students attend Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic?
Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic offer ?
Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic part of?
Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic located?
Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic is located in the Stoney Island Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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