Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chicago Academy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chicago Academy Elementary School's student population of 555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Campus Size
2
School Motto
Think Care Achieve
School Mascot
Dolphin
School Rankings
Chicago Academy 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 Chicago Academy Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1776 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
76%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Chicago Academy Elementary School is ranked #1776 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chicago Academy Elementary School?
555 students attend Chicago Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Chicago Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chicago Academy Elementary School?
Chicago Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chicago Academy Elementary School offer ?
Chicago Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Chicago Academy Elementary School part of?
Chicago Academy Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Chicago Academy Elementary School located?
Chicago Academy Elementary School is located in the Dunning neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in Dunning.
School Calendar
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Date
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School: Spring Break
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 04, 2026 (Thursday)
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