Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd

820 S Carpenter St
Chicago, IL 60607
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 532 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Top 50% in IL
  • : 30% (Top 50%)
  • : 37% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (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 532 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Motto
We cannot teach people anything; we can only help them discover it within themselves.

School Rankings

Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1069 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
30%
27%
37%
30%
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
56%
28%
Black
25%
17%
White
11%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd's ranking?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd is ranked #1069 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd?
532 students attend Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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 Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd located?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd is located in the Little Italy neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Little Italy.

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Last Day of School!
June 04, 2026 (Thursday)

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.
- Posted by Parent - BC

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 532 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30% (Top 50%)
  • : 37% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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