Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, New Field 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Field Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Field Elementary School's student population of 576 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Field 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 New Field Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2119 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
46%
28%
Black
28%
16%
White
13%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
46%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Field Elementary School's ranking?
New Field Elementary School is ranked #2119 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend New Field Elementary School?
576 students attend New Field Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of New Field Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Field Elementary School?
New Field Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Field Elementary School offer ?
New Field Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is New Field Elementary School part of?
New Field Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is New Field Elementary School located?
New Field Elementary School is located in the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Rogers Park.
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