Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dvorak Technology Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dvorak Technology Academy 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 Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#3151 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
86%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
29%
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 Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School is ranked #3151 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School?
281 students attend Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School?
Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School offer ?
Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School part of?
Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School located?
Dvorak Technology Academy Elementary School is located in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 18 other public schools located in North Lawndale.
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