Serving 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Little Village 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Little Village Elementary School serves the west part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located around 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Little Village Elementary School's student population of 575 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
575 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Little Village 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 Little Village 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
#3081 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
98%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2007–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Village Elementary School's ranking?
Little Village Elementary School is ranked #3081 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Little Village Elementary School?
575 students attend Little Village Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Little Village Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little Village Elementary School?
Little Village Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Little Village Elementary School offer ?
Little Village Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Little Village Elementary School part of?
Little Village Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Little Village Elementary School located?
Little Village Elementary School is located in the South Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in South Lawndale.
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