Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harvard 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harvard Elementary School serves the southeastern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance to the zone's edge of about 0.5 miles and a maximum distance of 0.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harvard Elementary School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
335 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harvard 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 Harvard Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#3306 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
87%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvard Elementary School's ranking?
Harvard Elementary School is ranked #3306 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harvard Elementary School often compared to?
Harvard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oglesby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harvard Elementary School?
335 students attend Harvard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Harvard Elementary School students are Black, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvard Elementary School?
Harvard Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harvard Elementary School offer ?
Harvard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Harvard Elementary School part of?
Harvard Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Harvard Elementary School located?
Harvard Elementary School is located in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Greater Grand Crossing.
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