Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Haley 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 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Haley Elementary Academy's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
'Either you deal with what is the reality, or you can be sure that the reality is going to deal with you.'
School Rankings
Haley Elementary Academy 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 Haley Elementary Academy is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3173 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
88%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
35%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haley Elementary Academy's ranking?
Haley Elementary Academy is ranked #3173 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Haley Elementary Academy?
458 students attend Haley Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Haley Elementary Academy students are Black, 10% 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 Haley Elementary Academy?
Haley Elementary Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Haley Elementary Academy offer ?
Haley Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Haley Elementary Academy part of?
Haley Elementary Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Haley Elementary Academy located?
Haley Elementary Academy is located in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Roseland.
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