Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Garvey M 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garvey M Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, 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
Garvey M Elementary School's student population of 262 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
262 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
Garvey M 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 Garvey M 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
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garvey M Elementary School's ranking?
Garvey M Elementary School is ranked #3239 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Garvey M Elementary School?
262 students attend Garvey M Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Garvey M Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garvey M Elementary School?
Garvey M Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garvey M Elementary School offer ?
Garvey M Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Garvey M Elementary School part of?
Garvey M Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Garvey M Elementary School located?
Garvey M Elementary School is located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Washington Heights.
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