Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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 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: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy's student population of 659 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy 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 Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2374 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
93%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
2%
45%
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)
6%
3%
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 Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy's ranking?
Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy is ranked #2374 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy often compared to?
Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Saucedo Elementary Scholastic Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy?
659 students attend Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy?
Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy offer ?
Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy part of?
Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy located?
Gunsaulus Elementary Scholastic Academy is located in the Brighton Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Brighton Park.
School Calendar
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Date
SY26 First Day of School (Students)
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
Labor Day (School Closed)
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of After-School Programming
September 08, 2025 (Monday)
Indigenous People's Day (School Closed)
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Veteran's Day (School Closed)
November 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
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