Serving 790 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kilmer 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 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kilmer Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kilmer Elementary School's student population of 790 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
790 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Kilmer will develop a community of empowered, internationally-minded learners who take risks and embrace new challenges.
School Rankings
Kilmer 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 Kilmer Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#2576 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kilmer Elementary School's ranking?
Kilmer Elementary School is ranked #2576 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kilmer Elementary School often compared to?
Kilmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Field Elementary School, Gale Elementary Community Academy, Jordan Elementary Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kilmer Elementary School?
790 students attend Kilmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Kilmer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kilmer Elementary School?
Kilmer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kilmer Elementary School offer ?
Kilmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Kilmer Elementary School part of?
Kilmer Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Kilmer Elementary School located?
Kilmer Elementary 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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