Serving 825 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jamieson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jamieson Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jamieson Elementary School's student population of 825 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
825 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Jamieson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamieson Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#962 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
34%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
23%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamieson Elementary School's ranking?
Jamieson Elementary School is ranked #962 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jamieson Elementary School often compared to?
Jamieson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solomon Elementary School, Clinton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jamieson Elementary School?
825 students attend Jamieson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Jamieson Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jamieson Elementary School?
Jamieson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jamieson Elementary School offer ?
Jamieson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Jamieson Elementary School part of?
Jamieson Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Jamieson Elementary School located?
Jamieson Elementary School is located in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in West Ridge.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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