Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jensen Elementary Scholastic 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy serves the northern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy's student population of 255 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
255 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Together We Can Inspire Change
School Rankings
Jensen Elementary Scholastic 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 Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy is 0.10, 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)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
95%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy's ranking?
Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy is ranked #3352 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?
≤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 Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy?
255 students attend Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy?
Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy offer ?
Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy part of?
Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy located?
Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 20 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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