West Pullman Elementary School serves 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 10-14% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 20-24% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
290 students
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)10-14%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)20-24%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
98%
16%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
43%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average).
How many students attend West Pullman Elementary School?
290 students attend West Pullman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West Pullman Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Pullman Elementary School?
West Pullman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Pullman Elementary School offer ?
West Pullman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is West Pullman Elementary School part of?
West Pullman Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
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