Serving 1,002 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marquette 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 1,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marquette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marquette Elementary School's student population of 1,002 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marquette 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 Marquette Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#3057 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
67%
27%
Black
31%
17%
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)
44%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marquette Elementary School's ranking?
Marquette Elementary School is ranked #3057 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Marquette Elementary School often compared to?
Marquette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Elementary Academy 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 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marquette Elementary School?
1,002 students attend Marquette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Marquette Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marquette Elementary School?
Marquette Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marquette Elementary School offer ?
Marquette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Marquette Elementary School part of?
Marquette Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Marquette Elementary School located?
Marquette Elementary School is located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Chicago Lawn.
School Calendar
View the Marquette Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2025 (Sunday)
First Day of Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of American Indian Heritage Month
November 01, 2025 (Saturday)
School Reviews
2 6/20/2012
Hi im a parent who child has been going to this school for 5 years.It was a good school until this year. When they turned the school into a track e school everything about the school changed.The staff they is horrible, The school is really unprofessional .
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