Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bond 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bond Elementary School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bond 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 Bond Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#3268 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
92%
16%
White
n/a
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 (11-12)
39%
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 Bond Elementary School's ranking?
Bond Elementary School is ranked #3268 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bond Elementary School?
259 students attend Bond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bond Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bond Elementary School?
Bond Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bond Elementary School offer ?
Bond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bond Elementary School part of?
Bond Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bond Elementary School located?
Bond Elementary School is located in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Englewood.
School Reviews
2 2/24/2016
My problem with this school is how the kids has to stand outside until exactly 9 am to get in regardless of the weather. Then the pledge starts at 9 while you're in process of dropping your lil ones off. No respect for parents who have to go straight to work. Other schools let's in at 845 drop off is easy no Hassel just only at bond.
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