Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mccormick 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccormick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mccormick Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Mascot
Wolves
School Rankings
Mccormick 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 Mccormick Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#3350 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
2%
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)
44%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccormick Elementary School's ranking?
Mccormick Elementary School is ranked #3350 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mccormick Elementary School?
435 students attend Mccormick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mccormick Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccormick Elementary School?
Mccormick Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mccormick Elementary School offer ?
Mccormick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mccormick Elementary School part of?
Mccormick Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccormick Elementary School located?
Mccormick 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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Date
First Day of student after-school programs
September 08, 2025 (Monday)
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