Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: STEM Magnet Academy Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Chicago, IL, covering approximately 233.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stem Magnet Academy 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
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
397 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
The STEM Magnet Academy will provide the instructional building blocks to develop lifelong learners and 21st century global citizens.
School Rankings
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#421 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
37%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School?
397 students attend Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School?
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School offer ?
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School part of?
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School located?
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School is located in the Little Italy neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Little Italy.
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