Serving 157 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plato Learning Academy 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 was ≤5% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤5% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
157 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Motto
Working Collaboratively, Thinking Critically, Achieving Academically
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
97%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plato Learning Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School is ranked #3352 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Plato Learning Academy Elementary School?
157 students attend Plato Learning Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Plato Learning Academy Elementary School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plato Learning Academy Elementary School?
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plato Learning Academy Elementary School offer ?
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Plato Learning Academy Elementary School part of?
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Plato Learning Academy Elementary School located?
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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