Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Henderson 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Henderson Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henderson 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 Henderson Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#2940 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
46%
28%
Black
52%
16%
White
2%
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)
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 Henderson Elementary School's ranking?
Henderson Elementary School is ranked #2940 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Henderson Elementary School often compared to?
Henderson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Elementary Fine & Perf Arts 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Henderson Elementary School?
234 students attend Henderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Henderson Elementary School students are Black, 46% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henderson Elementary School?
Henderson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Henderson Elementary School offer ?
Henderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Henderson Elementary School part of?
Henderson Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Henderson Elementary School located?
Henderson Elementary School is located in the West Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in West Englewood.
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