Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Owen Elementary Scholastic 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 20-24% (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: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy's student population of 272 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
272 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Owen Elementary Scholastic 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 Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy is 0.10, 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
#2578 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%

Hispanic
4%
28%

Black
95%
16%

White
n/a
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy's ranking?
Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy is ranked #2578 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy often compared to?
Owen Elementary Scholastic Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll Elementary School, Ashburn Community Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy?
272 students attend Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy?
Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy offer ?
Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy part of?
Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy located?
Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy is located in the Ashburn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in Ashburn.
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