Serving 237 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School's student population of 237 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet 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 Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School is 0.04, 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
#2940 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
98%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School is ranked #2940 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School often compared to?
Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School?
237 students attend Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School?
Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School part of?
Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School located?
Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet School is located in the Beverly neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Beverly.
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