Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center 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 11:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center's student population of 315 students has grown by 5% 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
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center 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 Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. 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)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
30%
29%
Black
68%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
35%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center's ranking?
Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center 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 Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center?
315 students attend Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center?
Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center offer ?
Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center part of?
Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center located?
Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center is located in the South Chicago neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in South Chicago.
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