Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Coles Elementary Language 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 ≤5% (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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coles Elementary Language Academy serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 0.4 miles and the furthest edge located 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coles Elementary Language Academy's student population of 286 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where learning is fun
School Rankings
Coles Elementary Language 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 Coles Elementary Language Academy is 0.22, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
88%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Not Mentioned
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coles Elementary Language Academy's ranking?
Coles Elementary Language Academy is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Coles Elementary Language Academy often compared to?
Coles Elementary Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hoyne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% 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 Coles Elementary Language Academy?
286 students attend Coles Elementary Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Coles Elementary Language Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coles Elementary Language Academy?
Coles Elementary Language Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Coles Elementary Language Academy offer ?
Coles Elementary Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Coles Elementary Language Academy part of?
Coles Elementary Language Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Coles Elementary Language Academy located?
Coles Elementary Language Academy is located in the South Chicago neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in South Chicago.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Overall Edward Coles is a great school the principals and teachers care about all of their students.
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