Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cuffe Math-sci Tech 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy's student population of 236 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Cuffe Captains!
School Rankings
Cuffe Math-sci Tech 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 Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2856 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
98%
17%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
46%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy's ranking?
Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy is ranked #2856 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy?
236 students attend Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy?
Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy offer ?
Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy part of?
Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy located?
Cuffe Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy is located in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 12 other public schools located in Auburn Gresham.
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