Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Okeeffe 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Okeeffe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Okeeffe Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Okeeffe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Okeeffe Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#3257 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
93%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
39%
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 Okeeffe Elementary School's ranking?
Okeeffe Elementary School is ranked #3257 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Okeeffe Elementary School often compared to?
Okeeffe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bouchet Elementary Math & Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Okeeffe Elementary School?
513 students attend Okeeffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Okeeffe Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Okeeffe Elementary School?
Okeeffe Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Okeeffe Elementary School offer ?
Okeeffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Okeeffe Elementary School part of?
Okeeffe Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Okeeffe Elementary School located?
Okeeffe Elementary School is located in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in South Shore.
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