Serving 805 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Monarcas 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monarcas Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Monarcas Academy's student population of 805 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
805 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Monarcas Academy 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 Monarcas Academy 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
#2742 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
2%
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 (14-15)
3%
2%
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 Monarcas Academy's ranking?
Monarcas Academy is ranked #2742 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Monarcas Academy often compared to?
Monarcas Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Peck Elementary School, Pasteur 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 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Monarcas Academy?
805 students attend Monarcas Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Monarcas Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monarcas Academy?
Monarcas Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monarcas Academy offer ?
Monarcas Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Monarcas Academy part of?
Monarcas Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Monarcas Academy located?
Monarcas Academy is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
School Reviews
5 2/7/2025
This is a great community school that services students from Pre-K through 5th grade. There are two main priorities this school is focusing on: improving our instructional practices and providing our students with a positive and rigorous learning environment where students feel challenged.
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