Serving 227 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Poe Elementary Classical School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poe Elementary Classical School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Poe Elementary Classical School's student population of 227 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poe Elementary Classical School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poe Elementary Classical School is 0.29, 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
#226 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
84%
17%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poe Elementary Classical School's ranking?
Poe Elementary Classical School is ranked #226 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Poe Elementary Classical School often compared to?
Poe Elementary Classical Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdade Elementary Classical School, Bronzeville Classical Elementary School, Lenart Elementary Regional Gifted Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Poe Elementary Classical School?
227 students attend Poe Elementary Classical School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Poe Elementary Classical School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poe Elementary Classical School?
Poe Elementary Classical School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poe Elementary Classical School offer ?
Poe Elementary Classical School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Poe Elementary Classical School part of?
Poe Elementary Classical School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Poe Elementary Classical School located?
Poe Elementary Classical School is located in the Pullman neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Pullman.
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