Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy's student population of 363 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2256 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
99%
16%
White
n/a
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
36%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy's ranking?
Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy is ranked #2256 out of 3,426 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy?
363 students attend Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy?
Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy offer ?
Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy part of?
Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy located?
Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 20 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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