Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jordan Elementary Community 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (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.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jordan Elementary Community School serves the northern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 0.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 0.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jordan Elementary Community School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is My Number ONE Priority!
School Rankings
Jordan Elementary Community 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 Jordan Elementary Community School is 0.66, 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
#3235 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
50%
29%
Black
28%
16%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
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 Jordan Elementary Community School's ranking?
Jordan Elementary Community School is ranked #3235 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jordan Elementary Community School often compared to?
Jordan Elementary Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gale Elementary Community Academy, Kilmer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jordan Elementary Community School?
487 students attend Jordan Elementary Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Jordan Elementary Community School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jordan Elementary Community School?
Jordan Elementary Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jordan Elementary Community School offer ?
Jordan Elementary Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Jordan Elementary Community School part of?
Jordan Elementary Community School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Jordan Elementary Community School located?
Jordan Elementary Community School is located in the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Rogers Park.
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