Serving 693 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Ebinger Elementary School serves the northwest part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ebinger Elementary School's student population of 693 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
693 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Ebinger Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ebinger Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#391 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
77%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ebinger Elementary School's ranking?
Ebinger Elementary School is ranked #391 out of 3,542 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 Edison Park Elementary School, Oriole Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
693 students attend Ebinger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Ebinger Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ebinger Elementary School?
Ebinger Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than 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.
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
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
FIRST DAY OF SPRING!!!
March 20, 2027 (Saturday)
FIRST DAY OF SPRING!!!
March 20, 2028 (Monday)
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