Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chicago Academy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chicago Academy Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing an area of approximately 233.8 square miles in Chicago, IL. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 24.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chicago Academy Elementary School's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
548 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
Think Care Achieve
School Rankings
Chicago Academy 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 Chicago Academy Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1776 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and White
School Mascot
Dolphin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicago Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Chicago Academy Elementary School is ranked #1776 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chicago Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Chicago Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradwell Comm Arts & Sci Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chicago Academy Elementary School?
548 students attend Chicago Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Chicago Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chicago Academy Elementary School?
Chicago Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chicago Academy Elementary School offer ?
Chicago Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Chicago Academy Elementary School part of?
Chicago Academy Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Chicago Academy Elementary School located?
Chicago Academy Elementary School is located in the Dunning neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in Dunning.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
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