Serving 899 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Peterson 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 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Peterson Elementary School's student population of 899 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peterson 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 Peterson Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2323 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)13%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
24%
6%
Hispanic
36%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
28%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peterson Elementary School's ranking?
Peterson Elementary School is ranked #2323 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Peterson Elementary School often compared to?
Peterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Budlong Elementary School, Chappell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Peterson Elementary School?
899 students attend Peterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Peterson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peterson Elementary School?
Peterson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peterson Elementary School offer ?
Peterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Peterson Elementary School part of?
Peterson Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Peterson Elementary School located?
Peterson Elementary School is located in the North Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in North Park.
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