Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Acero Chtr-brighton Park 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 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acero Chtr-brighton Park 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 Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#2446 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)12%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
95%
47%
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 Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School's ranking?
Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School is ranked #2446 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School?
475 students attend Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School?
Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School offer ?
Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School part of?
Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School located?
Acero Chtr-brighton Park Elementary School is located in the Brighton Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Brighton Park.
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