Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sauganash Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sauganash Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 1.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sauganash Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sauganash Elementary School's student population of 693 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
693 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sauganash Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sauganash Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#335 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sauganash Elementary School's ranking?
Sauganash Elementary School is ranked #335 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sauganash Elementary School often compared to?
Sauganash Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgebrook Elementary School, Wildwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sauganash Elementary School?
693 students attend Sauganash Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sauganash Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sauganash Elementary School?
Sauganash Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sauganash Elementary School offer ?
Sauganash Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sauganash Elementary School part of?
Sauganash Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Sauganash Elementary School located?
Sauganash Elementary School is located in the Forest Glen neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Forest Glen.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Sauganash Elementary is an incredible Elementary School. Lots of fundraising and activities for families and students. Mrs. Munns is fantastic and pushes teachers for excellence. Class sizes are large and the school zone is too large. Many children from outside neighborhoods which isn`t fair to the parents paying incredibly high taxes.Curriculum is intense and is more rigorous than catholic schools.
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