Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Morrill Elementary Math & Sci 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 4% (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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School's student population of 600 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
600 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci 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 Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School is 0.40, 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
#3447 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
74%
29%
Black
23%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School's ranking?
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School is ranked #3447 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School often compared to?
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% 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 Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School?
600 students attend Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School?
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School offer ?
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School part of?
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School located?
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School is located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Chicago Lawn.
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