Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Holden Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 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
Holden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Holden Elementary School's student population of 393 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holden Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holden Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1303 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
53%
27%
Black
11%
17%
White
18%
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 (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holden Elementary School's ranking?
Holden Elementary School is ranked #1303 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Holden Elementary School often compared to?
Holden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Healy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Holden Elementary School?
393 students attend Holden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Holden Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holden Elementary School?
Holden Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holden Elementary School offer ?
Holden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Holden Elementary School part of?
Holden Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Holden Elementary School located?
Holden Elementary School is located in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Bridgeport.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break Begins
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break Ends
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break Begins
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break Ends
March 28, 2025 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL - School Improvement Day - Summer Break Begins
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
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