Serving 871 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Tarkington 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 6-9% (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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tarkington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tarkington Elementary School's student population of 871 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
871 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tarkington 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 Tarkington Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#2905 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
79%
28%
Black
19%
16%
White
1%
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)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarkington Elementary School's ranking?
Tarkington Elementary School is ranked #2905 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Tarkington Elementary School often compared to?
Tarkington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% 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 Tarkington Elementary School?
871 students attend Tarkington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Tarkington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tarkington Elementary School?
Tarkington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tarkington Elementary School offer ?
Tarkington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Tarkington Elementary School part of?
Tarkington Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Tarkington Elementary School located?
Tarkington Elementary School is located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Chicago Lawn.
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