Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Daley 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 2% (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 14:1 is higher 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Daley Elementary Academy's student population of 511 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Daley 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 Daley Elementary Academy is 0.23, 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
#3488 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
87%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
40%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daley Elementary Academy's ranking?
Daley Elementary Academy is ranked #3488 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?
2% 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 Daley Elementary Academy?
511 students attend Daley Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Daley Elementary Academy students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daley Elementary Academy?
Daley Elementary Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Daley Elementary Academy offer ?
Daley Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Daley Elementary Academy part of?
Daley Elementary Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Daley Elementary Academy located?
Daley Elementary Academy is located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Back of the Yards.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!!!
August 24, 2026 (Monday)
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