Serving 617 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rowe 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rowe Elementary School's student population of 617 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
Empowering students and families with a college mindset for a seamless path to graduation and beyond!
School Rankings
Rowe 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 Rowe Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#2955 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
65%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rowe Elementary School's ranking?
Rowe Elementary School is ranked #2955 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rowe Elementary School often compared to?
Rowe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lozano Elementary Bilingual & Intl Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rowe Elementary School?
617 students attend Rowe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Rowe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rowe Elementary School?
Rowe Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rowe Elementary School offer ?
Rowe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Rowe Elementary School part of?
Rowe Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Rowe Elementary School located?
Rowe Elementary School is located in the Pulaski Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Pulaski Park.
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