Serving 651 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dulles 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 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dulles Elementary School serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, with an attendance zone covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dulles Elementary School's student population of 651 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
651 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Motto
As a team, we can achieve more! Gooooooo Tigers!!!
School Rankings
Dulles 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 Dulles Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#3530 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)
3%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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 Dulles Elementary School's ranking?
Dulles Elementary School is ranked #3530 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dulles Elementary School?
651 students attend Dulles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dulles Elementary School students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dulles Elementary School?
Dulles Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dulles Elementary School offer ?
Dulles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Dulles Elementary School part of?
Dulles Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Dulles Elementary School located?
Dulles Elementary School is located in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Greater Grand Crossing.
School Calendar
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Date
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
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