Serving 651 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mayer Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mayer Elementary School's student population of 651 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mayer Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mayer Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#179 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
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 Mayer Elementary School's ranking?
Mayer Elementary School is ranked #179 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mayer Elementary School often compared to?
Mayer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Mayer Elementary School?
651 students attend Mayer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mayer Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mayer Elementary School?
Mayer Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mayer Elementary School offer ?
Mayer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mayer Elementary School part of?
Mayer Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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