Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Polaris Elementary Charter Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy's student population of 343 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 650% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
343 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Rankings
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy 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 Polaris Elementary Charter Academy is 0.20, 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
#3323 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
89%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
1%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
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 Polaris Elementary Charter Academy's ranking?
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy is ranked #3323 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 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Polaris Elementary Charter Academy?
343 students attend Polaris Elementary Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Polaris Elementary Charter Academy students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polaris Elementary Charter Academy?
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Polaris Elementary Charter Academy offer ?
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Polaris Elementary Charter Academy part of?
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Polaris Elementary Charter Academy located?
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy is located in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in Humboldt Park.
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