Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mcnair 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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.
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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McNair Elementary School serves an attendance zone located in the northwest part of Chicago, IL, covering approximately 0.3 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcnair Elementary School's student population of 328 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
'Welcome to McNair School of Excellence! Home of the Rockets!'
School Rankings
Mcnair 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 Mcnair Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#3072 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
72%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rockets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcnair Elementary School's ranking?
Mcnair Elementary School is ranked #3072 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mcnair Elementary School?
328 students attend Mcnair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mcnair Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcnair Elementary School?
Mcnair Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcnair Elementary School offer ?
Mcnair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mcnair Elementary School part of?
Mcnair Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Mcnair Elementary School located?
Mcnair Elementary School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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