Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Beard Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Attendance Zone: Beard Elementary School serves a comprehensive attendance zone covering 233.8 square miles throughout Chicago, IL. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located 26.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beard Elementary School's student population of 327 students has grown by 293% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 95% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beard Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
38%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)15.3%
31.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Beard Elementary School often compared to?
Beard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dirksen Elementary School, Garvy J Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Beard Elementary School?
327 students attend Beard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Beard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beard Elementary School?
Beard Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beard Elementary School offer ?
Beard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Beard Elementary School part of?
Beard Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Beard Elementary School located?
Beard Elementary School is located in the Big Oaks neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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