Serving 591 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Byrne Elementary School's student population of 591 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Mascot
Byrne Bengals
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 0.47, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
68%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Byrne Bengals
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 Dore Elementary School, Kinzie 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?
591 students attend Byrne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Byrne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Byrne Elementary School?
Byrne Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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 School District.
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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