Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Warren 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Warren Elementary School serves the southeast part of Chicago, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 0.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Warren Elementary School's student population of 317 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Warren Elementary School 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 Warren Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
99%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warren Elementary School's ranking?
Warren Elementary School is ranked #2897 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Warren Elementary School?
317 students attend Warren Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Warren Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Warren Elementary School?
Warren Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Warren Elementary School offer ?
Warren Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Warren Elementary School part of?
Warren Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Warren Elementary School located?
Warren Elementary School is located in the Calumet Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Calumet Heights.
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