Serving 207 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mcdade Elementary Classical School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- 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
School Overview
Mcdade Elementary Classical School's student population of 207 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
207 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Mcdade Elementary Classical School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdade Elementary Classical School is 0.19, 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
#129 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
90%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
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 #129 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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, Bronzeville Classical Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
207 students attend Mcdade Elementary Classical School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mcdade Elementary Classical School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdade Elementary Classical School?
Mcdade Elementary Classical School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcdade Elementary Classical School offer ?
Mcdade Elementary Classical School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mcdade Elementary Classical School part of?
Mcdade Elementary Classical School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
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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