Serving 780 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jamieson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamieson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jamieson Elementary School's student population of 780 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jamieson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamieson Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1392 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
5%
Hispanic
31%
27%
Black
9%
17%
White
31%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
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 #1392 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jamieson Elementary School often compared to?
Jamieson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton Elementary School, Solomon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Jamieson Elementary School?
780 students attend Jamieson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Jamieson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jamieson Elementary School?
Jamieson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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 City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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