Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, James R Doolittle 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 ≤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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Doolittle Elementary School serves the east part of its school district in Chicago, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
James R Doolittle Academy's student population of 257 students has grown by 9% 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
257 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
At JRD, we feel like the world is our stage. We approach all that we do with excellence, energy, and confidence that can only come from preparation and hard work.
School Rankings
James R Doolittle 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 James R Doolittle Academy is 0.04, 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%)
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)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
98%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James R Doolittle Academy's ranking?
James R Doolittle Academy is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are James R Doolittle Academy often compared to?
James R Doolittle Academyis often viewed alongside schools like John J Pershing Magnet Elementary 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 James R Doolittle Academy?
257 students attend James R Doolittle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of James R Doolittle Academy students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James R Doolittle Academy?
James R Doolittle Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does James R Doolittle Academy offer ?
James R Doolittle Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is James R Doolittle Academy part of?
James R Doolittle Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is James R Doolittle Academy located?
James R Doolittle Academy is located in the Douglas neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Douglas.
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