Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Providence-englewood Elementary Charter 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Providence-englewood Elementary Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Providence-englewood Elementary Charter's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Providence-englewood Elementary Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Providence-englewood Elementary Charter 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
#3391 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)4%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
95%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
37%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Providence-englewood Elementary Charter's ranking?
Providence-englewood Elementary Charter is ranked #3391 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Providence-englewood Elementary Charter often compared to?
Providence-englewood Elementary Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School, Hernandez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Providence-englewood Elementary Charter?
441 students attend Providence-englewood Elementary Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Providence-englewood Elementary Charter students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Providence-englewood Elementary Charter?
Providence-englewood Elementary Charter has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Providence-englewood Elementary Charter offer ?
Providence-englewood Elementary Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Providence-englewood Elementary Charter part of?
Providence-englewood Elementary Charter is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Providence-englewood Elementary Charter located?
Providence-englewood Elementary Charter is located in the West Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in West Englewood.
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