Serving 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hendricks Elementary Community 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hendricks Elementary Community Academy serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hendricks Elementary Community Academy's student population of 217 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hendricks Elementary Community 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 Hendricks Elementary Community Academy is 0.27, 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
#2856 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
85%
16%
White
1%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hendricks Elementary Community Academy's ranking?
Hendricks Elementary Community Academy is ranked #2856 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hendricks Elementary Community Academy?
217 students attend Hendricks Elementary Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hendricks Elementary Community Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hendricks Elementary Community Academy?
Hendricks Elementary Community Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hendricks Elementary Community Academy offer ?
Hendricks Elementary Community Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hendricks Elementary Community Academy part of?
Hendricks Elementary Community Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Hendricks Elementary Community Academy located?
Hendricks Elementary Community Academy is located in the Fuller Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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