Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Nash 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 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nash Elementary School serves the northwest part of Chicago, IL, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 0.3 square miles. Families typically can drive to the school in 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about half a mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nash Elementary School's student population of 255 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 86% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Motto
'Excellence Through Perseverance'
School Rankings
Nash 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 Nash Elementary School is 0.48, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
62%
16%
White
1%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nash Elementary School's ranking?
Nash 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 Nash Elementary School?
255 students attend Nash Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Nash Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nash Elementary School?
Nash Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nash Elementary School offer ?
Nash Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Nash Elementary School part of?
Nash Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Nash Elementary School located?
Nash Elementary School is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 22 other public schools located in West Town.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break Begins (No School)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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