Serving 919 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bateman 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bateman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bateman Elementary School's student population of 919 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bateman 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 Bateman Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#2051 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
68%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
5%
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 Bateman Elementary School's ranking?
Bateman Elementary School is ranked #2051 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bateman Elementary School often compared to?
Bateman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Elementary School, Audubon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bateman Elementary School?
919 students attend Bateman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bateman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bateman Elementary School?
Bateman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bateman Elementary School offer ?
Bateman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bateman Elementary School part of?
Bateman Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bateman Elementary School located?
Bateman Elementary School is located in the Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in Irving Park.
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