Serving 166 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Holmes 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holmes Elementary School serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families within this zone are typically just 5-10 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.4 miles from the campus.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holmes Elementary School's student population of 166 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holmes 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 Holmes Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
72%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owls
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes Elementary School's ranking?
Holmes Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Holmes Elementary School often compared to?
Holmes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Trails Middle 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 ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Holmes Elementary School?
166 students attend Holmes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Holmes Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holmes Elementary School?
Holmes Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holmes Elementary School offer ?
Holmes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Holmes Elementary School part of?
Holmes Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Holmes Elementary School located?
Holmes Elementary School is located in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Englewood.
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