Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mcpherson 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcpherson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcpherson Elementary School's student population of 735 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Rankings
Mcpherson 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 Mcpherson Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2374 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
51%
28%
Black
8%
16%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
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 Mcpherson Elementary School's ranking?
Mcpherson Elementary School is ranked #2374 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mcpherson Elementary School often compared to?
Mcpherson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Courtenay Elementary Language Arts Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mcpherson Elementary School?
735 students attend Mcpherson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mcpherson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcpherson Elementary School?
Mcpherson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcpherson Elementary School offer ?
Mcpherson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mcpherson Elementary School part of?
Mcpherson Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcpherson Elementary School located?
Mcpherson Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lincoln Square.
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