Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Polaris Elementary Charter 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 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy's student population of 378 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polaris Elementary Charter Academy is 0.18, which is less 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
#3602 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
90%
17%
White
1%
47%
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 (13-14)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polaris Elementary Charter Academy's ranking?
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy is ranked #3602 out of 3,663 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Polaris Elementary Charter Academy?
378 students attend Polaris Elementary Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Polaris Elementary Charter Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polaris Elementary Charter Academy?
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Polaris Elementary Charter Academy offer ?
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Polaris Elementary Charter Academy part of?
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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