Serving 745 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dore 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dore Elementary School serves the southwest part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dore Elementary School's student population of 745 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
745 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a Great Day to be a BULLDOG!
School Rankings
Dore 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 Dore Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1966 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
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 Dore Elementary School's ranking?
Dore Elementary School is ranked #1966 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dore Elementary School often compared to?
Dore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kinzie Elementary School, Byrne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dore Elementary School?
745 students attend Dore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Dore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dore Elementary School?
Dore Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dore Elementary School offer ?
Dore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Dore Elementary School part of?
Dore Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Dore Elementary School located?
Dore Elementary School is located in the Clearing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in Clearing.
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