Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ruggles 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruggles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ruggles Elementary School's student population of 312 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Ruggles 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 Ruggles Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#3072 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
97%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
47%
27%
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 Ruggles Elementary School's ranking?
Ruggles Elementary School is ranked #3072 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ruggles Elementary School often compared to?
Ruggles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lenart Elementary Regional Gifted Center, Neil Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ruggles Elementary School?
312 students attend Ruggles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ruggles Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruggles Elementary School?
Ruggles Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ruggles Elementary School offer ?
Ruggles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ruggles Elementary School part of?
Ruggles Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ruggles Elementary School located?
Ruggles Elementary School is located in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Greater Grand Crossing.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
The programs or their, but the teachers or not getting any suport from the education board, the children here are deprived of a great oppertunity in life and that is to learn about music and arts the school have the equipment but no teacher to teach. The facilities are so old and out dated that they can't even support the computer needs of the school, opperating with no heat or air conditioning and this is the year twenty twelve.
5 10/16/2014
Teachers are caring ,knowledgable, well trained and professional.
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