Serving 733 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Prieto Math-science 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prieto Math-Science Elementary School serves the northwest part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prieto Math-science Elementary School's student population of 733 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
733 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Scholar Is A Star
School Rankings
Prieto Math-science 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 Prieto Math-science Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#3145 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)
10%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
95%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prieto Math-science Elementary School's ranking?
Prieto Math-science Elementary School is ranked #3145 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Prieto Math-science Elementary School often compared to?
Prieto Math-science Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanson Park Elementary School, Schubert Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Prieto Math-science Elementary School?
733 students attend Prieto Math-science Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Prieto Math-science Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prieto Math-science Elementary School?
Prieto Math-science Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prieto Math-science Elementary School offer ?
Prieto Math-science Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Prieto Math-science Elementary School part of?
Prieto Math-science Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Prieto Math-science Elementary School located?
Prieto Math-science Elementary School is located in the Hanson Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Hanson Park.
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