Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kershaw Elementary 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kershaw Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Chicago, IL, encompassing approximately 233.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kershaw Elementary School's student population of 226 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
226 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kershaw Elementary 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 Kershaw Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#2856 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
BasketballCheering
DanceFootball
SoccerTrack and Field
Volley Ball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Robotics teamStudent Voice
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kershaw Elementary School's ranking?
Kershaw Elementary School is ranked #2856 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kershaw Elementary School often compared to?
Kershaw Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Jr High School, Bennett Elementary School, Kanoon Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kershaw Elementary School?
226 students attend Kershaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Kershaw Elementary School students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kershaw Elementary School?
Kershaw Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kershaw Elementary School offer ?
Kershaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Kershaw Elementary School part of?
Kershaw Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Kershaw Elementary School located?
Kershaw Elementary School is located in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Englewood.
School Calendar
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