Serving 687 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Durkin Park 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durkin Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Durkin Park Elementary School's student population of 687 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Durkin Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durkin Park Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3095 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
83%
27%
Black
11%
17%
White
5%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durkin Park Elementary School's ranking?
Durkin Park Elementary School is ranked #3095 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Durkin Park Elementary School often compared to?
Durkin Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dawes Elementary School, Hampton Elementary Fine & Perf Arts 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 28% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Durkin Park Elementary School?
687 students attend Durkin Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Durkin Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durkin Park Elementary School?
Durkin Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Durkin Park Elementary School offer ?
Durkin Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Durkin Park Elementary School part of?
Durkin Park Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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