Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz's student population of 317 students has grown by 244% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 144% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz 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 Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is 0.20, 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
#1596 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
89%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
6%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
48%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz's ranking?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is ranked #1596 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz?
317 students attend Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz offer ?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz part of?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz located?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is located in the West Elsdon neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in West Elsdon.
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