Alcott Elementary School serves 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
Alcott Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alcott Elementary School's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 96% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alcott Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Alcott Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#784 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
58%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
12%
27%
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 Alcott Elementary School's ranking?
Alcott Elementary School is ranked #784 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Alcott Elementary School?
610 students attend Alcott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Alcott Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What grades does Alcott Elementary School offer ?
Alcott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Alcott Elementary School part of?
Alcott Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of Winter Clubs
March 01, 2024 (Friday)
Last day for Spring Clubs
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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