Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy's student population of 308 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy is 0.11, 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
#3088 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
94%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
43%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy's ranking?
Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy is ranked #3088 out of 3,426 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy?
308 students attend Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy?
Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy offer ?
Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy part of?
Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy located?
Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy is located in the West Pullman neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in West Pullman.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
End of Quarter 4 Last Day for Students
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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