Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pasteur 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pasteur Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pasteur Elementary School's student population of 590 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pasteur 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 Pasteur Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1871 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pasteur Elementary School's ranking?
Pasteur Elementary School is ranked #1871 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Pasteur Elementary School often compared to?
Pasteur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pasteur Elementary School?
590 students attend Pasteur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pasteur Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pasteur Elementary School?
Pasteur Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pasteur Elementary School offer ?
Pasteur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Pasteur Elementary School part of?
Pasteur Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pasteur Elementary School located?
Pasteur Elementary School is located in the West Elsdon neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in West Elsdon.
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