Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brown R Elementary Community 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Brown R Elem Community Academy is located in the southern part of Chicago, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brown R Elementary Community Academy's student population of 279 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
279 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown R Elementary Community 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 Brown R Elementary Community Academy is 0.10, 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
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
95%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown R Elementary Community Academy's ranking?
Brown R Elementary Community Academy is ranked #3239 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Brown R Elementary Community Academy often compared to?
Brown R Elementary Community Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dunne Technology Academy Elementary School, Curtis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brown R Elementary Community Academy?
279 students attend Brown R Elementary Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Brown R Elementary Community Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown R Elementary Community Academy?
Brown R Elementary Community Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brown R Elementary Community Academy offer ?
Brown R Elementary Community Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Brown R Elementary Community Academy part of?
Brown R Elementary Community Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Brown R Elementary Community Academy located?
Brown R Elementary Community Academy is located in the West Pullman neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in West Pullman.
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