Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Murray Elementary Language 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murray Elementary Language Academy's student population of 458 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murray Elementary Language Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murray Elementary Language Academy is 0.22, 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
#2346 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
88%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murray Elementary Language Academy's ranking?
Murray Elementary Language Academy is ranked #2346 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Murray Elementary Language Academy often compared to?
Murray Elementary Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ray Elementary School, Kozminski Elementary Community Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Murray Elementary Language Academy?
458 students attend Murray Elementary Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Murray Elementary Language Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murray Elementary Language Academy?
Murray Elementary Language Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Murray Elementary Language Academy offer ?
Murray Elementary Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Murray Elementary Language Academy part of?
Murray Elementary Language Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Murray Elementary Language Academy located?
Murray Elementary Language Academy is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Hyde Park.
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