Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fiske 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 ≤5% (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: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fiske Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Fiske Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fiske 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 Fiske Elementary School is 0.10, 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)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
95%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
32%
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 Fiske Elementary School's ranking?
Fiske Elementary School is ranked #3268 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fiske Elementary School often compared to?
Fiske Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Shore Fine Arts 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 Fiske Elementary School?
385 students attend Fiske Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Fiske Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fiske Elementary School?
Fiske Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fiske Elementary School offer ?
Fiske Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Fiske Elementary School part of?
Fiske Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fiske Elementary School located?
Fiske Elementary School is located in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Woodlawn.
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