Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Deneen 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deneen Elementary School serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deneen Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Motto
Excellence is just on the other side of hard work!
School Rankings
Deneen 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 Deneen Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#3523 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
95%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deneen Elementary School's ranking?
Deneen Elementary School is ranked #3523 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Deneen Elementary School often compared to?
Deneen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Deneen Elementary School?
451 students attend Deneen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Deneen Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deneen Elementary School?
Deneen Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deneen Elementary School offer ?
Deneen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Deneen Elementary School part of?
Deneen Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Deneen Elementary School located?
Deneen Elementary School is located in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Greater Grand Crossing.
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