Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Erie Elementary Charter 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Erie Elementary Charter School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
405 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Erie Elementary Charter 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 Erie Elementary Charter School is 0.32, 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
#3320 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erie Elementary Charter School's ranking?
Erie Elementary Charter School is ranked #3320 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Erie Elementary Charter School?
405 students attend Erie Elementary Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Erie Elementary Charter School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Erie Elementary Charter School?
Erie Elementary Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Erie Elementary Charter School offer ?
Erie Elementary Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Erie Elementary Charter School part of?
Erie Elementary Charter School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Erie Elementary Charter School located?
Erie Elementary Charter School is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 22 other public schools located in West Town.
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