Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Darwin 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darwin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Darwin Elementary School's student population of 500 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Darwin 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 Darwin Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#3071 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
83%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
8%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darwin Elementary School's ranking?
Darwin Elementary School is ranked #3071 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Darwin Elementary School often compared to?
Darwin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goethe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Darwin Elementary School?
500 students attend Darwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Darwin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darwin Elementary School?
Darwin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Darwin Elementary School offer ?
Darwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Darwin Elementary School part of?
Darwin Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Darwin Elementary School located?
Darwin Elementary School is located in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Logan Square.
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