Serving 1,030 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sawyer 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sawyer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sawyer Elementary School's student population of 1,030 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sawyer 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 Sawyer Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3220 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)4%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
2%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sawyer Elementary School's ranking?
Sawyer Elementary School is ranked #3220 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sawyer Elementary School often compared to?
Sawyer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hernandez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sawyer Elementary School?
1,030 students attend Sawyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sawyer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sawyer Elementary School?
Sawyer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sawyer Elementary School offer ?
Sawyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sawyer Elementary School part of?
Sawyer Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sawyer Elementary School located?
Sawyer Elementary School is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
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