Serving 166 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Colemon J Elementary Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Colemon J Elem Academy serves the southern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.1 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 about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colemon J Elementary Academy's student population of 166 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
166 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
We learn not for school... but for life!
School Rankings
Colemon J Elementary Academy 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 Colemon J Elementary Academy 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
95%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colemon J Elementary Academy's ranking?
Colemon J Elementary Academy is ranked #2046 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Colemon J Elementary Academy?
166 students attend Colemon J Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Colemon J Elementary Academy students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colemon J Elementary Academy?
Colemon J Elementary Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Colemon J Elementary Academy offer ?
Colemon J Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Colemon J Elementary Academy part of?
Colemon J Elementary Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Colemon J Elementary Academy located?
Colemon J Elementary Academy is located in the West Pullman neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in West Pullman.
School Calendar
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