Serving 740 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, National Teachers Elementary Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
National Teachers Elementary Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
National Teachers Elementary Academy's student population of 740 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
National Teachers Elementary Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of National Teachers Elementary Academy is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1125 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
71%
17%
White
12%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
40%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Teachers Elementary Academy's ranking?
National Teachers Elementary Academy is ranked #1125 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are National Teachers Elementary Academy often compared to?
National Teachers Elementary Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend National Teachers Elementary Academy?
740 students attend National Teachers Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of National Teachers Elementary Academy students are Black, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of National Teachers Elementary Academy?
National Teachers Elementary Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does National Teachers Elementary Academy offer ?
National Teachers Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is National Teachers Elementary Academy part of?
National Teachers Elementary Academy is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is National Teachers Elementary Academy located?
National Teachers Elementary Academy is located in the South Loop neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month (Events)
June 01, 2024 (Saturday)
End of 4th Quarter - Last Day of School (Events)
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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