Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Avalon Park 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Avalon Park Elementary School serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about half a mile to the school's boundaries and the furthest edge located one mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avalon Park Elementary School's student population of 225 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
225 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Motto
Keeping Our Flight Alive in 2025
School Rankings
Avalon Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avalon Park Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
92%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalon Park Elementary School's ranking?
Avalon Park Elementary School is ranked #3239 out of 3,542 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Avalon Park Elementary School?
225 students attend Avalon Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Avalon Park Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avalon Park Elementary School?
Avalon Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Avalon Park Elementary School offer ?
Avalon Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Avalon Park Elementary School part of?
Avalon Park Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Avalon Park Elementary School located?
Avalon Park Elementary School is located in the Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in Grand Crossing.
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