Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Namaste Elementary Charter 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Namaste Elementary Charter School's student population of 364 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2011–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
‘Educating children from the inside out.’
School Rankings
Namaste Elementary Charter 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 Namaste Elementary Charter School is 0.21, 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
#3307 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2011–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
89%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
6%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Namaste Elementary Charter School's ranking?
Namaste Elementary Charter School is ranked #3307 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Namaste Elementary Charter School?
364 students attend Namaste Elementary Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Namaste Elementary Charter School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Namaste Elementary Charter School?
Namaste Elementary Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Namaste Elementary Charter School offer ?
Namaste Elementary Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Namaste Elementary Charter School part of?
Namaste Elementary Charter School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Namaste Elementary Charter School located?
Namaste Elementary Charter School is located in the McKinley Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in McKinley Park.
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