Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Greeley Elementary School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greeley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Greeley Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greeley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greeley Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1520 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
61%
27%
Black
26%
17%
White
7%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greeley Elementary School's ranking?
Greeley Elementary School is ranked #1520 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Greeley Elementary School often compared to?
Greeley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brennemann Elementary School, Disney Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Greeley Elementary School?
382 students attend Greeley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Greeley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greeley Elementary School?
Greeley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greeley Elementary School offer ?
Greeley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Greeley Elementary School part of?
Greeley Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Greeley Elementary School located?
Greeley Elementary School is located in the Lake View East neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lake View East.
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