Serving 791 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Canty Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Canty Elementary School serves the northwest part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canty Elementary School's student population of 791 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
791 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Canty Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canty Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#904 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
51%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canty Elementary School's ranking?
Canty Elementary School is ranked #904 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Canty Elementary School often compared to?
Canty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Canty Elementary School?
791 students attend Canty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Canty Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canty Elementary School?
Canty Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Canty Elementary School offer ?
Canty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Canty Elementary School part of?
Canty Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Canty Elementary School located?
Canty Elementary School is located in the Irving Woods neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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