Serving 194 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plato Learning 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plato Learning Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Plato Learning Elementary School's student population of 194 students has grown by 331% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plato Learning Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plato Learning Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3285 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
97%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plato Learning Elementary School's ranking?
Plato Learning Elementary School is ranked #3285 out of 3,663 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Plato Learning Elementary School?
194 students attend Plato Learning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Plato Learning Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Plato Learning Elementary School offer ?
Plato Learning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Plato Learning Elementary School part of?
Plato Learning Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Plato Learning Elementary School located?
Plato Learning Elementary School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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