Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2785 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
91%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School's ranking?
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School is ranked #2785 out of 3,426 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 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School?
391 students attend Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School?
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School offer ?
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School part of?
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School located?
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Avondale.
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