Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Clissold 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clissold Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clissold Elementary School 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 Clissold Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#2453 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
63%
17%
White
24%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clissold Elementary School's ranking?
Clissold Elementary School is ranked #2453 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Clissold Elementary School often compared to?
Clissold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnard Elementary Comp Math & Sci Center 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Clissold Elementary School?
417 students attend Clissold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Clissold Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clissold Elementary School?
Clissold Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clissold Elementary School offer ?
Clissold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Clissold Elementary School part of?
Clissold Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Clissold Elementary School located?
Clissold Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in South Side.
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