Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Stagg 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stagg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stagg Elementary School's student population of 389 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Stagg Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stagg Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#3379 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
90%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
33%
27%
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 Stagg Elementary School's ranking?
Stagg Elementary School is ranked #3379 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Stagg Elementary School often compared to?
Stagg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oglesby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 2% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Stagg Elementary School?
389 students attend Stagg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Stagg Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stagg Elementary School?
Stagg Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stagg Elementary School offer ?
Stagg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Stagg Elementary School part of?
Stagg Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Stagg Elementary School located?
Stagg Elementary School is located in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Englewood.
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