Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mireles Elementary 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mireles Elementary Academy serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mireles Elementary Academy's student population of 546 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
546 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
Building A Stronger Academic Foundation
School Rankings
Mireles Elementary Academy 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 Mireles Elementary Academy is 0.52, 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
#3310 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
52%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mireles Elementary Academy's ranking?
Mireles Elementary Academy is ranked #3310 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 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mireles Elementary Academy?
546 students attend Mireles Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mireles Elementary Academy students are Hispanic, 46% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mireles Elementary Academy?
Mireles Elementary Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mireles Elementary Academy offer ?
Mireles Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mireles Elementary Academy part of?
Mireles Elementary Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Mireles Elementary Academy located?
Mireles Elementary Academy is located in the South Chicago neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in South Chicago.
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