Serving 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Perez 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 28%). 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 11:1 is lower 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-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Perez Elementary School's student population of 302 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
302 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Perez Elementary School 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 Perez Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#2792 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
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Hispanic
89%
28%
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Black
7%
16%
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White
2%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Illinois. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Illinois.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/24000/24472/perez-elementary-school-chart-bpLs7Kp.png)
![This chart displays the diversity score of Perez Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Perez Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Illinois by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/24000/24472/perez-elementary-school-chart-uR6mcV.png)
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
47%
27%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perez Elementary School's ranking?
Perez Elementary School is ranked #2792 out of 3,426 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 28% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Perez Elementary School?
302 students attend Perez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Perez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perez Elementary School?
Perez Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Perez Elementary School offer ?
Perez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Perez Elementary School part of?
Perez Elementary School is part of Chicago 51爆料s Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Perez Elementary School located?
Perez Elementary School is located in the Lower West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Lower West Side.
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