Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Decatur Classical Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Decatur Classical Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Decatur Classical Elementary School's student population of 329 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Decatur Classical Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decatur Classical Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 3426 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
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 Decatur Classical Elementary School's ranking?
Decatur Classical Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Decatur Classical Elementary School often compared to?
Decatur Classical Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Elementary Regional Gifted Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Decatur Classical Elementary School?
329 students attend Decatur Classical Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Decatur Classical Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Decatur Classical Elementary School?
Decatur Classical Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Decatur Classical Elementary School offer ?
Decatur Classical Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Decatur Classical Elementary School part of?
Decatur Classical Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Decatur Classical Elementary School located?
Decatur Classical Elementary School is located in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in West Ridge.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day Of School (Events)
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 12/27/2011
All children are great achievers coming in and excited about learning. Thus, I think it is relatively easy to educate them. The kids are happy there. The parents support the school with time and money, thus the school gets most of its needs met, like the science lab, electronic equipment, the outside play equipment, tap dancing, etc. Parents who get to be in charge call the shuts for the rest. The administration is tough, to say the least. I feel unwelcomed but my son loves it there.
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