Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Otis 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 6-9% (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 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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-8
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Otis Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Otis Elementary School's student population of 356 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
356 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1878
School Calendar
School Rankings
Otis 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 Otis Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2720 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
61%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
29%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otis Elementary School's ranking?
Otis Elementary School is ranked #2720 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Otis Elementary School often compared to?
Otis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manierre Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% 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 Otis Elementary School?
356 students attend Otis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Otis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otis Elementary School?
Otis Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Otis Elementary School offer ?
Otis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Otis Elementary School part of?
Otis Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Otis Elementary School located?
Otis Elementary School is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 22 other public schools located in West Town.
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