Serving 237 students in grades 1-3, Chippewa Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Chippewa Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district within Palos Heights, IL, encompassing approximately 4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chippewa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Chippewa Elementary School's student population of 237 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
237 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chippewa 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 Chippewa Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#795 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cheetahs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chippewa Elementary School's ranking?
Chippewa Elementary School is ranked #795 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chippewa Elementary School?
237 students attend Chippewa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Chippewa Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chippewa Elementary School?
Chippewa Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chippewa Elementary School offer ?
Chippewa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Chippewa Elementary School part of?
Chippewa Elementary School is part of Palos Heights SD 128 School District.
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