Serving 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Chicago, IL, covering approximately 233.8 square miles. The zone's furthest edge is about 24.1 miles from the school, with an average distance of 13.1 miles to the boundary, and typical drive times range from 20 to 30 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School's student population of 224 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Shore Fine Arts 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 South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#2660 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
96%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School's ranking?
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School is ranked #2660 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School often compared to?
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fiske Elementary School, Woodlawn Elementary Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School?
224 students attend South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School?
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School offer ?
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School part of?
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School located?
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School is located in the Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in Grand Crossing.
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