Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Reilly 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Reilly Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reilly Elementary School's student population of 539 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
539 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Motto
Reilly School is committed to providing educational excellence through rigorous and relevant learning opportunities within a safe, trusting, nurturing, inclusive, and respectful environment.
School Rankings
Reilly 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 Reilly Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#2831 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
91%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
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 Reilly Elementary School's ranking?
Reilly Elementary School is ranked #2831 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Reilly Elementary School?
539 students attend Reilly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Reilly Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reilly Elementary School?
Reilly Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reilly Elementary School offer ?
Reilly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Reilly Elementary School part of?
Reilly Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Reilly Elementary School located?
Reilly Elementary School is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Avondale.
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