Serving 192 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Mcdade Elementary Classical School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcdade Elementary Classical School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Mcdade Elementary Classical School's student population of 192 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcdade Elementary Classical School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdade Elementary Classical School is 0.17, 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
#238 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
1%
27%
Black
91%
17%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcdade Elementary Classical School's ranking?
Mcdade Elementary Classical School is ranked #238 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mcdade Elementary Classical School often compared to?
Mcdade Elementary Classical Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lenart Elementary Regional Gifted Center, Poe Elementary Classical School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mcdade Elementary Classical School?
192 students attend Mcdade Elementary Classical School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mcdade Elementary Classical School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcdade Elementary Classical School?
Mcdade Elementary Classical School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcdade Elementary Classical School offer ?
Mcdade Elementary Classical School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Mcdade Elementary Classical School part of?
Mcdade Elementary Classical School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcdade Elementary Classical School located?
Mcdade Elementary Classical School is located in the West Chesterfield neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in West Chesterfield.
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