Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Powell Elementary Paideia Comm 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy's student population of 532 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powell Elementary Paideia Comm 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 Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy is 0.06, 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
#3216 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
97%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
41%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy's ranking?
Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy is ranked #3216 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy?
532 students attend Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy?
Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy offer ?
Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy part of?
Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy located?
Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy is located in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in South Shore.
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