Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dewey Elementary Academy of Fine Arts serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts's student population of 272 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
272 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
It is Our Mission to Always Operate in Excellence
School Rankings
Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts 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 Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts is 0.25, 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
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts's ranking?
Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts is ranked #3087 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts?
272 students attend Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts?
Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts offer ?
Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts part of?
Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts located?
Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts is located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Back of the Yards.
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