Carter Elementary School

5740 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Carter 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 279 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Carter Elementary School serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 0.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Carter Elementary School's student population of 279 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

School Rankings

Carter 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 Carter Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
6-9%
27%
6-9%
30%
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
95%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
(22-23)
33.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carter Elementary School's ranking?
Carter Elementary School is ranked #3087 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carter Elementary School?
279 students attend Carter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Carter Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carter Elementary School?
Carter Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carter Elementary School offer ?
Carter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Carter Elementary School part of?
Carter Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Carter Elementary School located?
Carter Elementary School is located in the Washington Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Washington Park.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 279 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Carter Elementary School serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 0.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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