Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy's student population of 288 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy is 0.02, 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
#3437 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
27%
Black
99%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
30%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy's ranking?
Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy is ranked #3437 out of 3,663 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 28% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy?
288 students attend Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy?
Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy offer ?
Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy part of?
Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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