Serving 770 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Moving Everest Charter 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 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moving Everest Charter School's student population of 770 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moving Everest Charter 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 Moving Everest Charter School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3357 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)2%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
95%
16%
White
n/a
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moving Everest Charter School's ranking?
Moving Everest Charter School is ranked #3357 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Moving Everest Charter School?
770 students attend Moving Everest Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Moving Everest Charter School students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moving Everest Charter School?
Moving Everest Charter School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moving Everest Charter School offer ?
Moving Everest Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Moving Everest Charter School part of?
Moving Everest Charter School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Moving Everest Charter School located?
Moving Everest Charter School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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