Serving 913 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Peterson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peterson Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peterson Elementary School's student population of 913 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
913 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1926
School Rankings
Peterson 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 Peterson Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1942 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peterson Elementary School's ranking?
Peterson Elementary School is ranked #1942 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Peterson Elementary School often compared to?
Peterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Budlong Elementary School, Chappell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Peterson Elementary School?
913 students attend Peterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Peterson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peterson Elementary School?
Peterson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peterson Elementary School offer ?
Peterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Peterson Elementary School part of?
Peterson Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Peterson Elementary School located?
Peterson Elementary School is located in the North Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in North Park.
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