Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brunson Math & Sci Specialty 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 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary serves the northwest part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School's student population of 452 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
We are Committed to Nurturing the Whole Child
School Rankings
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty 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 Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#3500 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
71%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School's ranking?
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School is ranked #3500 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School?
452 students attend Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School?
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School offer ?
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School part of?
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School located?
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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