Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Carnegie 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carnegie Elementary School serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carnegie Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
389 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Exposure to Excellence!
School Rankings
Carnegie 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 Carnegie Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1994 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
12%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carnegie Elementary School's ranking?
Carnegie Elementary School is ranked #1994 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carnegie Elementary School often compared to?
Carnegie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dixon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carnegie Elementary School?
389 students attend Carnegie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Carnegie Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carnegie Elementary School?
Carnegie Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carnegie Elementary School offer ?
Carnegie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Carnegie Elementary School part of?
Carnegie Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Carnegie Elementary School located?
Carnegie Elementary School is located in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Woodlawn.
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