Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Moos 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moos Elementary School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Motto
Engaging critical thinkers to become compassionate and inclusive global citizens.
School Rankings
Moos 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 Moos Elementary School is 0.47, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3145 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
71%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
10%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moos Elementary School's ranking?
Moos Elementary School is ranked #3145 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Moos Elementary School often compared to?
Moos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chase Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Moos Elementary School?
434 students attend Moos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Moos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moos Elementary School?
Moos Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moos Elementary School offer ?
Moos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Moos Elementary School part of?
Moos Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Moos Elementary School located?
Moos Elementary School is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 22 other public schools located in West Town.
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![[Illinois, Chicago] Dangerous drivers outside Moos Elementary School (2023-12-14)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/72e3MA_3pqU/0.jpg "The drivers here outside Moos Elementary care more about their own convenience than the safety of kids who may want to bike to and from school. There was ample parking available on California Ave, but the parents here chose to park in the bicycle lane in violation of MCC 9-40-060 forcing anyone on a bike (anyone 12 or older in Chicago) into the same lane as motor vehicles. These motorists parked like they did because it was easy, not because it was right.
This school is listed as a @Pedalheads location on Google Maps.
Date: 2023-12-14 15:08
Location: 1711 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Geo: 41.913576, -87.696966")
