Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, New Field 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Field Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Field Elementary School's student population of 541 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
541 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Field 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 New Field Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-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 New Field Elementary School's ranking?
New Field Elementary School is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are New Field Elementary School often compared to?
New Field Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kilmer Elementary School 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 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend New Field Elementary School?
541 students attend New Field Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of New Field Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Field Elementary School?
New Field Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Field Elementary School offer ?
New Field Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is New Field Elementary School part of?
New Field Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is New Field Elementary School located?
New Field Elementary School is located in the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Rogers Park.
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