Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nixon 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nixon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nixon Elementary School's student population of 589 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nixon 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 Nixon Elementary 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
#3224 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
1%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nixon Elementary School's ranking?
Nixon Elementary School is ranked #3224 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 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nixon Elementary School?
589 students attend Nixon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Nixon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nixon Elementary School?
Nixon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nixon Elementary School offer ?
Nixon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Nixon Elementary School part of?
Nixon Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Nixon Elementary School located?
Nixon Elementary School is located in the Hermosa neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Hermosa.
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