Serving 619 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Byrne 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 30% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Byrne Elementary School serves the southwest part of Chicago, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 0.6 miles and the furthest edge located 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Byrne Elementary School's student population of 619 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
619 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Byrne 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 Byrne 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
#1764 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)
30%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
45%
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)36.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Byrne Bengals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Byrne Elementary School's ranking?
Byrne Elementary School is ranked #1764 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Byrne Elementary School often compared to?
Byrne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kinzie Elementary School, Dore Elementary School 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 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Byrne Elementary School?
619 students attend Byrne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Byrne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Byrne Elementary School?
Byrne Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Byrne Elementary School offer ?
Byrne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Byrne Elementary School part of?
Byrne Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Byrne Elementary School located?
Byrne Elementary School is located in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Garfield Ridge.
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