Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz's student population of 396 students has grown by 330% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 188% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is 0.17, 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
#862 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
91%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
48%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz's ranking?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is ranked #862 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz?
396 students attend Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz offer ?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz part of?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz located?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is located in the West Elsdon neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in West Elsdon.
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