Serving 772 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Reinberg 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reinberg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Reinberg Elementary School's student population of 772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Reinberg Elementary School 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 Reinberg 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
#2440 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
76%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
15%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
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 Reinberg Elementary School's ranking?
Reinberg Elementary School is ranked #2440 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Reinberg Elementary School often compared to?
Reinberg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camras Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Reinberg Elementary School?
772 students attend Reinberg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Reinberg Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reinberg Elementary School?
Reinberg Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reinberg Elementary School offer ?
Reinberg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Reinberg Elementary School part of?
Reinberg Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Reinberg Elementary School located?
Reinberg Elementary School is located in the Portage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in Portage Park.
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