Serving 615 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Garcia Lorca 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 7% (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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garcia Lorca Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garcia Lorca Elementary School's student population of 615 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garcia Lorca 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 Garcia Lorca Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#2672 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)7%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
92%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
5%
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 (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garcia Lorca Elementary School's ranking?
Garcia Lorca Elementary School is ranked #2672 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Garcia Lorca Elementary School often compared to?
Garcia Lorca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% 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 Garcia Lorca Elementary School?
615 students attend Garcia Lorca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Garcia Lorca Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garcia Lorca Elementary School?
Garcia Lorca Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garcia Lorca Elementary School offer ?
Garcia Lorca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Garcia Lorca Elementary School part of?
Garcia Lorca Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Garcia Lorca Elementary School located?
Garcia Lorca Elementary School is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Avondale.
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