Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C's student population of 216 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C 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 Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
97%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
40%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C's ranking?
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C is ranked #2897 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C?
216 students attend Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C?
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C offer ?
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C part of?
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C located?
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C is located in the South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in South Side.
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