Serving 197 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cullen 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cullen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Cullen Elementary School's student population of 197 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cullen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cullen Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2690 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
96%
17%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
44%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cullen Elementary School's ranking?
Cullen Elementary School is ranked #2690 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cullen Elementary School often compared to?
Cullen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poe Elementary Classical School, Bennett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cullen Elementary School?
197 students attend Cullen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Cullen Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cullen Elementary School?
Cullen Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cullen Elementary School offer ?
Cullen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cullen Elementary School part of?
Cullen Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Cullen Elementary School located?
Cullen Elementary School is located in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Roseland.
School Reviews
2 3/27/2020
The intimidation tactics that are used by some staff on children has to be unacceptable. Some teachers lose focus on the importance of their position which is to teach, strive and show the children leadership skills. This school is lacking it and I would not recommend this school to parents who are devoted and concern about the wellbeing of their children.
5 11/19/2013
I was a student at Cullen and I have to say that it satisfied my educational needs I would recommend this school to anyone
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