Serving 85 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plamondon 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plamondon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Plamondon Elementary School's student population of 85 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Plamondon 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 Plamondon Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#2160 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
73%
28%
Black
20%
16%
White
5%
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 (11-12)
45%
27%
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 Plamondon Elementary School's ranking?
Plamondon Elementary School is ranked #2160 out of 3,426 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Plamondon Elementary School?
85 students attend Plamondon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Plamondon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plamondon Elementary School?
Plamondon Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plamondon Elementary School offer ?
Plamondon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Plamondon Elementary School part of?
Plamondon Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Plamondon Elementary School located?
Plamondon Elementary School is located in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 18 other public schools located in North Lawndale.
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