Serving 125 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School's student population of 125 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
97%
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 - Octavio Paz Elementary School's ranking?
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School is ranked #3239 out of 3,542 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School?
125 students attend Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School?
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School offer ?
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School part of?
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School located?
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elementary School is located in the Marshall Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Marshall Square.
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