Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, William Brown Magnet Elementary School 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 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- 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: Brown W Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles, with a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes from most homes within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.4 miles, extending up to 0.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Brown Magnet Elementary School's student population of 232 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
William Brown Magnet Elementary School 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 William Brown Magnet Elementary School is 0.15, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
92%
16%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Brown Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
William Brown Magnet Elementary School is ranked #3239 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are William Brown Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
William Brown Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Otis Elementary School, Manierre 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 William Brown Magnet Elementary School?
232 students attend William Brown Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of William Brown Magnet Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Brown Magnet Elementary School?
William Brown Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does William Brown Magnet Elementary School offer ?
William Brown Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is William Brown Magnet Elementary School part of?
William Brown Magnet Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is William Brown Magnet Elementary School located?
William Brown Magnet Elementary School is located in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 12 other public schools located in Near West Side.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Genius Lab 3 (Last Day of year)
June 01, 2027 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School for PreK
June 10, 2027 (Thursday)
Last Day of School / End of Quarter 4
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
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