Serving 637 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Garcia Lorca 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garcia Lorca Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering approximately 0.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the furthest edge of the attendance area is about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.4 miles to the zone's boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garcia Lorca Elementary School's student population of 637 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
637 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garcia Lorca 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 Garcia Lorca Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#2216 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Orcas
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garcia Lorca Elementary School's ranking?
Garcia Lorca Elementary School is ranked #2216 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Garcia Lorca Elementary School often compared to?
Garcia Lorca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Garcia Lorca Elementary School?
637 students attend Garcia Lorca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Garcia Lorca Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garcia Lorca Elementary School?
Garcia Lorca Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garcia Lorca Elementary School offer ?
Garcia Lorca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Garcia Lorca Elementary School part of?
Garcia Lorca Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Garcia Lorca Elementary School located?
Garcia Lorca Elementary School is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Avondale.
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