Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bass 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 4% (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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bass Elementary School serves the south part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of about 0.4 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 0.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bass Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
313 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Perkins Bass Elementary School is to create a safe place where all stakeholders are empowered, valued and respected.
School Rankings
Bass 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 Bass Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#3454 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)
4%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bass Elementary School's ranking?
Bass Elementary School is ranked #3454 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 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bass Elementary School?
313 students attend Bass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bass Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bass Elementary School?
Bass Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bass Elementary School offer ?
Bass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bass Elementary School part of?
Bass Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Bass Elementary School located?
Bass Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in South Side.
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