Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lara Elementary 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lara Elem Academy serves the south part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school being about 1.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lara Elementary Academy's student population of 362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
362 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Lara Academy is a nurturing community that empowers students to face challenges.
School Rankings
Lara Elementary 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 Lara Elementary Academy is 0.13, 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
#3170 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lara Elementary Academy's ranking?
Lara Elementary Academy is ranked #3170 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lara Elementary Academy?
362 students attend Lara Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lara Elementary Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lara Elementary Academy?
Lara Elementary Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lara Elementary Academy offer ?
Lara Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lara Elementary Academy part of?
Lara Elementary Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Lara Elementary Academy located?
Lara Elementary Academy is located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Back of the Yards.
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