Serving 699 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Azuela 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 26% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Azuela Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Azuela Elementary School's student population of 699 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Azuela 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 Azuela Elementary 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
#2060 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)12%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
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
98%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
1%
45%
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 (13-14)
12%
3%
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 Azuela Elementary School's ranking?
Azuela Elementary School is ranked #2060 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Azuela Elementary School often compared to?
Azuela Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lee Elementary School, Hurley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Azuela Elementary School?
699 students attend Azuela Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Azuela Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Azuela Elementary School?
Azuela Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Azuela Elementary School offer ?
Azuela Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Azuela Elementary School part of?
Azuela Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Azuela Elementary School located?
Azuela Elementary School is located in the West Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in West Lawn.
School Reviews
3 11/2/2017
it is such a good school when i used to go it was cool. it didn't even feel like a school. the teachers are cool too. my favorite teacher was ms. simon
3 11/2/2017
so good school. the teachers are awesome and i felt so safe when i went there
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