Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School's student population of 273 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec 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 Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School is 0.04, 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
#2940 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
98%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
34%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School's ranking?
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School is ranked #2940 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School often compared to?
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shoesmith Elementary School, Kozminski Elementary Community Academy 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School?
273 students attend Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School?
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School offer ?
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School part of?
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School located?
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School is located in the Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Bronzeville.
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