Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sadlowski 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sadlowski Elementary School's student population of 625 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sadlowski 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 Sadlowski Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#3116 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sadlowski Elementary School's ranking?
Sadlowski Elementary School is ranked #3116 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sadlowski Elementary School?
625 students attend Sadlowski Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sadlowski Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sadlowski Elementary School?
Sadlowski Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sadlowski Elementary School offer ?
Sadlowski Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sadlowski Elementary School part of?
Sadlowski Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sadlowski Elementary School located?
Sadlowski Elementary School is located in the East Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in East Side.
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