Serving 188 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lawndale Elementary Community 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawndale Elementary Community Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lawndale Elementary Community Academy's student population of 188 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lawndale Elementary Community Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawndale Elementary Community Academy 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
#3268 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
96%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
26%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawndale Elementary Community Academy's ranking?
Lawndale Elementary Community Academy is ranked #3268 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lawndale Elementary Community Academy often compared to?
Lawndale Elementary Community Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Able Program, A F Ames Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lawndale Elementary Community Academy?
188 students attend Lawndale Elementary Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lawndale Elementary Community Academy students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawndale Elementary Community Academy?
Lawndale Elementary Community Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lawndale Elementary Community Academy offer ?
Lawndale Elementary Community Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lawndale Elementary Community Academy part of?
Lawndale Elementary Community Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawndale Elementary Community Academy located?
Lawndale Elementary Community Academy is located in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 18 other public schools located in North Lawndale.
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