Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Prescott Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prescott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Prescott Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Prescott Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prescott Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#349 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
29%
28%
Black
13%
16%
White
40%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
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 Prescott Elementary School's ranking?
Prescott Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prescott Elementary School?
412 students attend Prescott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Prescott Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prescott Elementary School?
Prescott Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prescott Elementary School offer ?
Prescott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Prescott Elementary School part of?
Prescott Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Prescott Elementary School located?
Prescott Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
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