Serving 1,146 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hanson Park 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanson Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hanson Park Elementary School's student population of 1,146 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hanson Park 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 Hanson Park 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
#2477 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
1%
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 (11-12)
52%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanson Park Elementary School's ranking?
Hanson Park Elementary School is ranked #2477 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hanson Park Elementary School often compared to?
Hanson Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Middle School, Belmont-cragin Elementary School, Prieto Math-science Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hanson Park Elementary School?
1,146 students attend Hanson Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hanson Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hanson Park Elementary School?
Hanson Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hanson Park Elementary School offer ?
Hanson Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hanson Park Elementary School part of?
Hanson Park Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Hanson Park Elementary School located?
Hanson Park Elementary School is located in the Hanson Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Hanson Park.
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