Serving 1,139 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Skinner Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Skinner Elementary School serves the northeast part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skinner 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
Skinner Elementary School's student population of 1,139 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,139 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Celebrating Excellence Together
School Rankings
Skinner Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skinner Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#86 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
28%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)11.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
Showing 2003–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skinner Elementary School's ranking?
Skinner Elementary School is ranked #86 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Skinner Elementary School?
1,139 students attend Skinner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Skinner Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skinner Elementary School?
Skinner Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Skinner Elementary School offer ?
Skinner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Skinner Elementary School part of?
Skinner Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Skinner Elementary School located?
Skinner Elementary School is located in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in West Loop.
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