Serving 541 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd's student population of 541 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1015 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
58%
27%
Black
23%
17%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd's ranking?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd is ranked #1015 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd often compared to?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acdis often viewed alongside schools like Chicago World Language Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd?
541 students attend Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd offer ?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd part of?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
School Calendar
View the Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First day of school!
August 26, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break!
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of school!
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of School!
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
1 3/31/2021
We have been here for 5 years. Started great but now my child hates school. Doesn't like her teachers. Their lack of communication is frustrating. It seems our once positive school experience has turned negative. The teachers here failed us.
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