Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, De Diego Elementary Community 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (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 95% 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: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: De Diego Elementary Community Academy serves the northern part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
De Diego Elementary Community Academy's student population of 511 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1982
School Calendar
School Rankings
De Diego Elementary Community 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 De Diego Elementary Community Academy is 0.48, 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
#3187 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
68%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
5%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Diego Elementary Community Academy's ranking?
De Diego Elementary Community Academy is ranked #3187 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are De Diego Elementary Community Academy often compared to?
De Diego Elementary Community Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Chopin Elementary School, Moos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend De Diego Elementary Community Academy?
511 students attend De Diego Elementary Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of De Diego Elementary Community Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of De Diego Elementary Community Academy?
De Diego Elementary Community Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does De Diego Elementary Community Academy offer ?
De Diego Elementary Community Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is De Diego Elementary Community Academy part of?
De Diego Elementary Community Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is De Diego Elementary Community Academy located?
De Diego Elementary Community Academy is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 22 other public schools located in West Town.
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