Serving 907 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ogden 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 907 students
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ogden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ogden Elementary School's student population of 907 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 87% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
907 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Campus Size
3
School Motto
An Ogden International School education engages a K-12 diverse student body with inquiry-based learning experiences fostering empathy, critical thinking and global mindedness for the world of tomorrow.
School Rankings
Ogden 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 Ogden Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#2419 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
20%
28%
Black
44%
16%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
16%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ogden Elementary School's ranking?
Ogden Elementary School is ranked #2419 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ogden Elementary School often compared to?
Ogden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newberry Elementary Math & Science Academy, Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ogden Elementary School?
907 students attend Ogden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Ogden Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ogden Elementary School offer ?
Ogden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ogden Elementary School part of?
Ogden Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ogden Elementary School located?
Ogden Elementary School is located in the Rush And Division neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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