Serving 846 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Falconer 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Falconer Elementary School serves the northwest part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Falconer Elementary School's student population of 846 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
846 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
We enter to learn, and leave to achieve
School Rankings
Falconer 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 Falconer Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#2588 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
94%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falconer Elementary School's ranking?
Falconer Elementary School is ranked #2588 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Falconer Elementary School often compared to?
Falconer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellicott Mills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Falconer Elementary School?
846 students attend Falconer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Falconer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falconer Elementary School?
Falconer Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Falconer Elementary School offer ?
Falconer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Falconer Elementary School part of?
Falconer Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Falconer Elementary School located?
Falconer Elementary School is located in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in Belmont Cragin.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break-No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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