Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mount Vernon 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 6-9% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount Vernon Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school's edge being around 0.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Vernon Elementary School's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
245 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
We Make Learning Personal!
School Rankings
Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
95%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Vernon Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Vernon Elementary School is ranked #3239 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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mount Vernon Elementary School?
245 students attend Mount Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mount Vernon Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Vernon Elementary School?
Mount Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Mount Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mount Vernon Elementary School part of?
Mount Vernon Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Mount Vernon Elementary School located?
Mount Vernon Elementary School is located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Washington Heights.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
this is a good school but however the ratio of students to teacher they need assistance. some kids are getting left behind and that not fear to parents.
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