Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Scammon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scammon Elementary School serves the north part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scammon Elementary School's student population of 620 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
620 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scammon 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 Scammon Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1807 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
85%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
8%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Husky
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scammon Elementary School's ranking?
Scammon Elementary School is ranked #1807 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Scammon Elementary School often compared to?
Scammon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Disney Ii Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Scammon Elementary School?
620 students attend Scammon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Scammon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scammon Elementary School?
Scammon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scammon Elementary School offer ?
Scammon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Scammon Elementary School part of?
Scammon Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Scammon Elementary School located?
Scammon Elementary School is located in the Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in Irving Park.
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