Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy's student population of 314 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy 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 Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy is 0.12, 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
#2874 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
94%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
42%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy's ranking?
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy is ranked #2874 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy often compared to?
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Woodson South Elementary School, Ariel Elementary Community Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy?
314 students attend Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy?
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy offer ?
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy part of?
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy located?
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy is located in the Douglas neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Douglas.
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