Bethune Elementary School serves 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 38% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 26% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2005–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2005–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)38%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)26%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2005–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
98%
16%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
43%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average).
How many students attend Bethune Elementary School?
374 students attend Bethune Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Bethune Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethune Elementary School?
Bethune Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bethune Elementary School offer ?
Bethune Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bethune Elementary School part of?
Bethune Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
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