Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mayer Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mayer Elementary School's student population of 673 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mayer Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mayer Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#161 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
8%
17%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayer Elementary School's ranking?
Mayer Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mayer Elementary School often compared to?
Mayer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mayer Elementary School?
673 students attend Mayer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Mayer Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mayer Elementary School?
Mayer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mayer Elementary School offer ?
Mayer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mayer Elementary School part of?
Mayer Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mayer Elementary School located?
Mayer Elementary School is located in the Sheffield And DePaul neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Holiday - Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Winter Break-School Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
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