Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Evers 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Evers Elementary School serves the south part of Chicago, IL, with an attendance zone covering approximately 0.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school to take about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Evers Elementary School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Evers Elementary 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 Evers Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
95%
16%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evers Elementary School's ranking?
Evers Elementary School is ranked #2897 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Evers Elementary School?
233 students attend Evers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Evers Elementary School students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evers Elementary School?
Evers Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Evers Elementary School offer ?
Evers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Evers Elementary School part of?
Evers Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Evers Elementary School located?
Evers Elementary School is located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Washington Heights.
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