Serving 222 students in grades 1-8, Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School's student population of 222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School is 0.71, 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
#2 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
44%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
27%
16%
White
13%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School's ranking?
Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School is ranked #2 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School often compared to?
Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lenart Elementary Regional Gifted Center, Edison Elementary Regional Gifted Center, Skinner North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School?
222 students attend Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School students are Asian, 27% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School?
Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School offer ?
Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 1-8
What school district is Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School part of?
Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School located?
Keller Elementary Gifted Magnet School is located in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Mount Greenwood.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
School administrators need to take action against bullying.
5 10/10/2025
Challenging, close-knit community. My children thrived at this school.
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