Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School serves 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Attendance Zone: Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School serves the west part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
404 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Mission Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez Elementary, an early childhood-focused school, welcomes all children.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School is 0.06, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
White
2%
45%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pandas
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School often compared to?
Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cardenas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School?
404 students attend Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School?
Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School offer ?
Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School part of?
Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School located?
Ortiz De Dominguez Elementary School is located in the South Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in South Lawndale.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Wonderful teachers. Clean facility and very spacious. Definitely would recommend it for parents looking to enroll their kids in a fun, bilingual, community-oriented school.
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