Melody Elementary School

3937 W Wilcox St
Chicago, IL 60624
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Melody 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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 318 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Melody Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Melody Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1902

School Rankings

Melody 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 Melody Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
27%
≤5%
30%
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
91%
17%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
29%
27%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Melody Elementary School's ranking?
Melody Elementary School is ranked #3352 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 Melody Elementary School?
318 students attend Melody Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Melody Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melody Elementary School?
Melody Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Melody Elementary School offer ?
Melody Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Melody Elementary School part of?
Melody Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Melody Elementary School located?
Melody Elementary School is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 20 other public schools located in Garfield Park.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
First Day of Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of American Indian Heritage Month
November 01, 2025 (Saturday)

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 318 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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