Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sayre Elementary Language Academy 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sayre Elementary Language Academy serves the northwest part of Elmwood Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sayre Elementary Language Academy's student population of 377 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sayre Elementary Language Academy 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 Sayre Elementary Language Academy is 0.59, 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
#2751 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
54%
29%
Black
34%
16%
White
9%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 Sayre Elementary Language Academy's ranking?
Sayre Elementary Language Academy is ranked #2751 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sayre Elementary Language Academy?
377 students attend Sayre Elementary Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sayre Elementary Language Academy students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sayre Elementary Language Academy?
Sayre Elementary Language Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sayre Elementary Language Academy offer ?
Sayre Elementary Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sayre Elementary Language Academy part of?
Sayre Elementary Language Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Sayre Elementary Language Academy located?
Sayre Elementary Language Academy is located in the Austin neighborhood of Elmwood Park, IL.
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