Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Davis N 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Davis N Elementary School serves the southwest part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davis N Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
540 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Bears!
School Rankings
Davis N Elementary School 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 Davis N Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#3310 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
93%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis N Elementary School's ranking?
Davis N Elementary School is ranked #3310 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Davis N Elementary School?
540 students attend Davis N Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Davis N Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davis N Elementary School?
Davis N Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Davis N Elementary School offer ?
Davis N Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Davis N Elementary School part of?
Davis N Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Davis N Elementary School located?
Davis N Elementary School is located in the Brighton Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Brighton Park.
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