Serving 736 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandoval 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 20% (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 14:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandoval Elementary School serves the southwest area of Chicago, IL, covering approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandoval Elementary School's student population of 736 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
736 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandoval 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 Sandoval Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#2362 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
94%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
45%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
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 Sandoval Elementary School's ranking?
Sandoval Elementary School is ranked #2362 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?
20% 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 Sandoval Elementary School?
736 students attend Sandoval Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sandoval Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandoval Elementary School?
Sandoval Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandoval Elementary School offer ?
Sandoval Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sandoval Elementary School part of?
Sandoval Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Sandoval Elementary School located?
Sandoval Elementary School is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
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