Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Till Elementary Math & Science Academy 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Till Elementary Math & Science Academy serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy's student population of 370 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Excellence Is The Expectation!
School Rankings
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy 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 Till Elementary Math & Science Academy is 0.20, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
89%
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)46.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Till Elementary Math & Science Academy's ranking?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Till Elementary Math & Science Academy often compared to?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn Elementary Community School, Burke Elementary School, Carnegie 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 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Till Elementary Math & Science Academy?
370 students attend Till Elementary Math & Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Till Elementary Math & Science Academy students are Black, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Till Elementary Math & Science Academy?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Till Elementary Math & Science Academy offer ?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Till Elementary Math & Science Academy part of?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Till Elementary Math & Science Academy located?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy is located in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Woodlawn.
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