Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sabin Elementary Magnet 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sabin Elementary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sabin Elementary Magnet School's student population of 375 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sabin Elementary Magnet 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 Sabin Elementary Magnet School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3224 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
76%
27%
Black
19%
17%
White
4%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sabin Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Sabin Elementary Magnet School is ranked #3224 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sabin Elementary Magnet School often compared to?
Sabin Elementary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pritzker Elementary School, Lasalle Ii Lang 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 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sabin Elementary Magnet School?
375 students attend Sabin Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sabin Elementary Magnet School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sabin Elementary Magnet School?
Sabin Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sabin Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Sabin Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sabin Elementary Magnet School part of?
Sabin Elementary Magnet School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sabin Elementary Magnet School located?
Sabin Elementary Magnet School is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 22 other public schools located in West Town.
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