Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#328 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
6%
Hispanic
20%
27%
Black
36%
17%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School is ranked #328 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School?
395 students attend Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School?
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School offer ?
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School part of?
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School located?
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School is located in the Little Italy neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Little Italy.
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