Serving 204 students in grades 6-8, Evergreen 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evergreen Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Evergreen Academy Elementary School's student population of 204 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Evergreen 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 Evergreen Academy Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2294 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
87%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
3%
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 (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evergreen Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Evergreen Academy Elementary School is ranked #2294 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Evergreen Academy Elementary School?
204 students attend Evergreen Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Evergreen Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Evergreen Academy Elementary School?
Evergreen Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Evergreen Academy Elementary School offer ?
Evergreen Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Evergreen Academy Elementary School part of?
Evergreen Academy Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Evergreen Academy Elementary School located?
Evergreen Academy Elementary School is located in the McKinley Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in McKinley Park.
School Reviews
5 3/17/2009
Evergreen is the BEST school ever!!
We have chess, wrestling, and a whole lot of other sports.
Eighth grade is the year where you get to go to Washington D.C., Navy Pier, and finally, GRADUATE!! We also have Algebra sessions.
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