Serving 808 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Loop Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 71% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Loop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
South Loop Elementary School's student population of 808 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Loop Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Loop Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#617 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
37%
17%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Loop Elementary School's ranking?
South Loop Elementary School is ranked #617 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Loop Elementary School often compared to?
South Loop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haines Elementary School, National Teachers Elementary Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend South Loop Elementary School?
808 students attend South Loop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of South Loop Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Loop Elementary School?
South Loop Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Loop Elementary School offer ?
South Loop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is South Loop Elementary School part of?
South Loop Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is South Loop Elementary School located?
South Loop Elementary School is located in the Near South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Near South Side.
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