Serving 581 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (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 15:1 is higher 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lee Elementary School serves the southwest part of Chicago, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 0.4 square miles, with most families living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.3 miles, with the furthest boundary located 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lee Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
581 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lee 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 Lee Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#2205 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
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)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-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 Lee Elementary School's ranking?
Lee Elementary School is ranked #2205 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lee Elementary School often compared to?
Lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Azuela Elementary School, Hurley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% 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 Lee Elementary School?
581 students attend Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Lee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee Elementary School?
Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lee Elementary School offer ?
Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lee Elementary School part of?
Lee Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Lee Elementary School located?
Lee Elementary School is located in the West Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in West Lawn.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School | Vacaciones de otoo - No hay clases
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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