Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Skinner North Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skinner North 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
Diversity
School Overview
Skinner North Elementary School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Skinner North Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skinner North 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
#13 out of 3426 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
49%
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skinner North Elementary School's ranking?
Skinner North Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Skinner North Elementary School often compared to?
Skinner North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Elementary Regional Gifted Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Skinner North Elementary School?
512 students attend Skinner North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Skinner North Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skinner North Elementary School?
Skinner North Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Skinner North Elementary School offer ?
Skinner North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Skinner North Elementary School part of?
Skinner North Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Skinner North Elementary School located?
Skinner North Elementary School is located in the Goose Island neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Goose Island.
School Reviews
4 2/16/2023
I LOVE Skinner North. It''s a wonderful school, the students are nice, and the playground that we go onto for recess is HUGE. It does involve an elevated curriculum, and it helps you get into college or the such in your future.
5 10/19/2021
Skinner North follows a great academic program, their materials are a whole grade ahead. Teachers are approachable and informative. They send out weekly emails to update families on their upcoming week activities and assignments. We have been here since Kindergarten. Since day one, SN is made known it is zero tolerance for bullying. It is a diverse and inclusive school environment with a huge parent community support/presence.
1 6/26/2021
This school has gone so far downhill it''s sad. The administration is awful, and they will tell you that bullying isn't an issue, but it's a HUGE problem in all grades. Teachers keep leaving every year, which speaks volumes about how the school is run. This is NOT an advanced education. You'll have to pay for private school for that. Hope your kids like watching You Tube videos, because that''s how the teachers teach here. Principal is in WAY over her head. There are also almost ZERO fun activities for the kids here. Very limited sports and clubs.
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