Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Black Magnet Elementary School ranks in the top 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black Magnet Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
336 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 ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Motto
Reclaiming Our Roots
School Rankings
Black Magnet Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Magnet Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1756 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
97%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Black Magnet Elementary School is ranked #1756 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Black Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Black Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beasley Elementary Magnet Academic Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Black Magnet Elementary School?
336 students attend Black Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Black Magnet Elementary School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Magnet Elementary School?
Black Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Black Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Black Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Black Magnet Elementary School part of?
Black Magnet Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Black Magnet Elementary School located?
Black Magnet Elementary School is located in the Calumet Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Calumet Heights.
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