Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Goudy Technology Academy 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 28% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goudy Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Goudy Technology Academy's student population of 554 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goudy Technology Academy 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 Goudy Technology Academy is 0.73, which is more 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
#1894 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
6%
Hispanic
26%
27%
Black
33%
17%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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 Goudy Technology Academy's ranking?
Goudy Technology Academy is ranked #1894 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Goudy Technology Academy often compared to?
Goudy Technology Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mccutcheon Elementary School, Courtenay Elementary Language Arts Center by visitors of our site.
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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Goudy Technology Academy?
554 students attend Goudy Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Goudy Technology Academy students are Black, 30% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goudy Technology Academy?
Goudy Technology Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goudy Technology Academy offer ?
Goudy Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Goudy Technology Academy part of?
Goudy Technology Academy is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Goudy Technology Academy located?
Goudy Technology Academy is located in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Uptown.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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