Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Great Lakes Academy Charter 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School's student population of 535 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
Great Lakes Academy Charter 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 Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1937 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
91%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
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 Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School's ranking?
Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School is ranked #1937 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School?
535 students attend Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School?
Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School offer ?
Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School part of?
Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School located?
Great Lakes Academy Charter Elementary School is located in the South Chicago neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in South Chicago.
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