Serving 763 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy serves the north part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy's student population of 763 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
763 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy 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 Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy is 0.63, 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
#1884 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
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 ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
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 Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy's ranking?
Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy is ranked #1884 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy often compared to?
Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Goethe Elementary School, Linne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy?
763 students attend Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy?
Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy offer ?
Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy part of?
Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy located?
Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy is located in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Logan Square.
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