Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy

9300 S Princeton Ave
Chicago, IL 60620
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Turner-drew Elementary Language 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 193 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy's student population of 193 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

School Rankings

Turner-drew Elementary Language 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 Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy is 0.04, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2119 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(22-23)
10-14%
27%
15-19%
30%
40-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
98%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.04
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy's ranking?
Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy is ranked #2119 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy often compared to?
Turner-drew Elementary Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Vanderpoel Elementary Magnet 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy?
193 students attend Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy?
Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy offer ?
Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy part of?
Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy located?
Turner-drew Elementary Language Academy is located in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Roseland.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 193 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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