Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ravenswood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ravenswood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ravenswood Elementary School's student population of 502 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Ravenswood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ravenswood Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#502 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
28%
28%
Black
8%
16%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
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 Ravenswood Elementary School's ranking?
Ravenswood Elementary School is ranked #502 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ravenswood Elementary School?
502 students attend Ravenswood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ravenswood Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ravenswood Elementary School?
Ravenswood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ravenswood Elementary School offer ?
Ravenswood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ravenswood Elementary School part of?
Ravenswood Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ravenswood Elementary School located?
Ravenswood Elementary School is located in the Lake View neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lake View.
School Reviews
2 4/27/2011
If you have a child with special needs please do not send your child here. They don't give your child or you the support your child needs. I am very disappointmented by the schools lack of interest in my child with special needs. She has been there three years and they act as if she is new to their school. It's very frustrating. The principal is not professional at all. She needs to take some trainings to improve her people skills.
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