Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School

6011 S Rockwell St
Chicago, IL 60629
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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 (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 600 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : Morrill Elementary Math & Science School serves the southern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.6 miles from the school.
  • 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

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

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 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#3447 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

4%
27%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

7%
30%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
74%
29%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
23%
16%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
3%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
97%
0.40

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
35%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 600 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : Morrill Elementary Math & Science School serves the southern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.6 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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