Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet's student population of 429 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet 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 Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet is 0.12, 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
#2782 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)8%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
94%
17%
White
1%
45%
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)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet's ranking?
Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet is ranked #2782 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet often compared to?
Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like James R Doolittle Academy, National Teachers Elementary Academy, Ward J Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet?
429 students attend Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet?
Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet offer ?
Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet part of?
Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet located?
Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet is located in the Douglas neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Douglas.
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