Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences's student population of 268 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Motto
When you do good things, good things happen.
School Rankings
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences is 0.06, 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
#892 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
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 Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences's ranking?
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences is ranked #892 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences often compared to?
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Mitchell Elementary School, Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences?
268 students attend Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences?
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences offer ?
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences part of?
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences located?
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences 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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