Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Henderson 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henderson Elementary School serves the south part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 0.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henderson Elementary School's student population of 246 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
246 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henderson 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 Henderson Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#3040 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson Elementary School's ranking?
Henderson Elementary School is ranked #3040 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Henderson Elementary School often compared to?
Henderson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Elementary Fine & Perf Arts School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Henderson Elementary School?
246 students attend Henderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Henderson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson Elementary School?
Henderson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Henderson Elementary School offer ?
Henderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Henderson Elementary School part of?
Henderson Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Henderson Elementary School located?
Henderson Elementary School is located in the West Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in West Englewood.
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