Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mays Elementary Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mays Elementary Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mays Elementary Academy's student population of 244 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mays Elementary Academy 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 Mays Elementary Academy is 0.17, 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
#3268 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
91%
16%
White
n/a
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 (11-12)
34%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mays Elementary Academy's ranking?
Mays Elementary Academy is ranked #3268 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mays Elementary Academy?
244 students attend Mays Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mays Elementary Academy students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mays Elementary Academy?
Mays Elementary Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mays Elementary Academy offer ?
Mays Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mays Elementary Academy part of?
Mays Elementary Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mays Elementary Academy located?
Mays Elementary Academy is located in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Englewood.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School Spring Break
March 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
No School Spring Break
March 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School Spring Break
March 27, 2025 (Thursday)
No School Spring Break
March 28, 2025 (Friday)
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