Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Randolph 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Randolph Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 0.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Randolph Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Randolph 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 Randolph Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#3459 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
74%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Randolph Elementary School's ranking?
Randolph Elementary School is ranked #3459 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Randolph Elementary School?
367 students attend Randolph Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Randolph Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Randolph Elementary School?
Randolph Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Randolph Elementary School offer ?
Randolph Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Randolph Elementary School part of?
Randolph Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Randolph Elementary School located?
Randolph Elementary School is located in the West Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in West Englewood.
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