Serving 144 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Clark G R 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clark G R Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clark G R Elementary School's student population of 144 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Motto
Integrating Fine Arts & Technology Throughout The Curriculum
School Rankings
Clark G R 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 Clark G R Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
40%
28%
Black
51%
16%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
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 Clark G R Elementary School's ranking?
Clark G R Elementary School is ranked #2046 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Clark G R Elementary School?
144 students attend Clark G R Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Clark G R Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clark G R Elementary School?
Clark G R Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clark G R Elementary School offer ?
Clark G R Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Clark G R Elementary School part of?
Clark G R Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Clark G R Elementary School located?
Clark G R Elementary School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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