Serving 315 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Christopher 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% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Christopher Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Chicago, IL, covering approximately 233.8 square miles, with an average distance of 10.6 miles from the school to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 18.9 miles to the furthest edge. Parents can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school from various points within the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christopher Elementary School's student population of 315 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
315 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Reach All, Teach All, Include All
School Rankings
Christopher 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 Christopher Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#3318 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
82%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christopher Elementary School's ranking?
Christopher Elementary School is ranked #3318 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Christopher Elementary School?
315 students attend Christopher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Christopher Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christopher Elementary School?
Christopher Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Christopher Elementary School offer ?
Christopher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Christopher Elementary School part of?
Christopher Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Christopher Elementary School located?
Christopher Elementary School is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
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