Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Drummond Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drummond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Drummond Elementary School's student population of 308 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Drummond Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drummond Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1154 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
28%
27%
Black
8%
17%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drummond Elementary School's ranking?
Drummond Elementary School is ranked #1154 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Drummond Elementary School?
308 students attend Drummond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Drummond Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Drummond Elementary School?
Drummond Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Drummond Elementary School offer ?
Drummond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Drummond Elementary School part of?
Drummond Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Drummond Elementary School located?
Drummond Elementary School is located in the Bucktown neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Bucktown.
School Reviews
5 11/4/2007
OUTSTANDING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FOR A SMALL SCHOOL THIS HAS TO THE BEST
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