Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fuller 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fuller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fuller Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
We Rise to Soar!
School Rankings
Fuller 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 Fuller Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#3207 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
94%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fuller Elementary School's ranking?
Fuller Elementary School is ranked #3207 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fuller Elementary School often compared to?
Fuller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mollison Elementary School, Ariel Elementary Community Academy by visitors of our site.
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 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fuller Elementary School?
306 students attend Fuller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Fuller Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fuller Elementary School?
Fuller Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fuller Elementary School offer ?
Fuller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Fuller Elementary School part of?
Fuller Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fuller Elementary School located?
Fuller Elementary School is located in the Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Bronzeville.
School Reviews
5 9/20/2013
fuller is a nice school ther nice teachers and students and the whole schol is just so nice
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