Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gallistel Elementary Language Academy 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 609 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gallistel Elementary Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gallistel Elementary Language Academy's student population of 609 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Gallistel Elementary Language Academy 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 Gallistel Elementary Language Academy is 0.13, 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
#3057 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
1%
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 (12-13)
3%
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 Gallistel Elementary Language Academy's ranking?
Gallistel Elementary Language Academy is ranked #3057 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gallistel Elementary Language Academy often compared to?
Gallistel Elementary Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Daisy Bates Academy Of Social Justic by visitors of our site.
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 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gallistel Elementary Language Academy?
609 students attend Gallistel Elementary Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gallistel Elementary Language Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gallistel Elementary Language Academy?
Gallistel Elementary Language Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gallistel Elementary Language Academy offer ?
Gallistel Elementary Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Gallistel Elementary Language Academy part of?
Gallistel Elementary Language Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gallistel Elementary Language Academy located?
Gallistel Elementary Language Academy is located in the East Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in East Side.
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