Serving 795 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 90% 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: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: National Teachers Elementary Academy serves the east part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.9 miles away.
- 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 795 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
795 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
National Teachers Elementary Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of National Teachers Elementary Academy is 0.45, 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
#1582 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
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 National Teachers Elementary Academy's ranking?
National Teachers Elementary Academy is ranked #1582 out of 3,542 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 South Loop Elementary School, John J Pershing Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend National Teachers Elementary Academy?
795 students attend National Teachers Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of National Teachers Elementary Academy students are Black, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of National Teachers Elementary Academy?
National Teachers Elementary Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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 Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is National Teachers Elementary Academy located?
National Teachers Elementary Academy is located in the South Loop neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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