Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lewis 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% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lewis Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lewis Elementary School 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 Lewis Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2860 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
32%
27%
Black
66%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
41%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis Elementary School is ranked #2860 out of 3,426 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lewis Elementary School?
420 students attend Lewis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lewis Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis Elementary School?
Lewis Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewis Elementary School offer ?
Lewis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lewis Elementary School part of?
Lewis Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lewis Elementary School located?
Lewis Elementary School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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