Serving 415 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Namaste Elementary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Namaste Elementary Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Namaste Elementary Charter School's student population of 415 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Namaste Elementary 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 Namaste Elementary Charter School is 0.21, 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
#3243 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
53%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Namaste Elementary Charter School's ranking?
Namaste Elementary Charter School is ranked #3243 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 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Namaste Elementary Charter School?
415 students attend Namaste Elementary Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Namaste Elementary Charter School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Namaste Elementary Charter School offer ?
Namaste Elementary Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Namaste Elementary Charter School part of?
Namaste Elementary Charter School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Namaste Elementary Charter School located?
Namaste Elementary Charter School is located in the McKinley Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in McKinley Park.
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