Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Henry 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 94% 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: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Henry Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henry 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 Henry Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2529 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
87%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Elementary School's ranking?
Henry Elementary School is ranked #2529 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Henry Elementary School often compared to?
Henry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Henry Elementary School?
466 students attend Henry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Henry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Elementary School?
Henry Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Henry Elementary School offer ?
Henry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Henry Elementary School part of?
Henry Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry Elementary School located?
Henry Elementary School is located in the Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in Irving Park.
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