Serving 699 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ebinger Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ebinger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ebinger Elementary School's student population of 699 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Ebinger Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ebinger 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
#459 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ebinger Elementary School's ranking?
Ebinger Elementary School is ranked #459 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ebinger Elementary School often compared to?
Ebinger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oriole Park Elementary School, Edison Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ebinger Elementary School?
699 students attend Ebinger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ebinger Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ebinger Elementary School?
Ebinger Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ebinger Elementary School offer ?
Ebinger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ebinger Elementary School part of?
Ebinger Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ebinger Elementary School located?
Ebinger Elementary School is located in the Edison Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Edison Park.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
FIRST DAY OF SPRING!!!
March 20, 2026 (Friday)
FIRST DAY OF SPRING!!!
March 20, 2027 (Saturday)
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