Serving 756 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Palmer 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 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Palmer Elementary School's student population of 756 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Palmer 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 Palmer Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1925 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
43%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
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 Palmer Elementary School's ranking?
Palmer Elementary School is ranked #1925 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Palmer Elementary School often compared to?
Palmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaubien Elementary School, Farnsworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Palmer Elementary School?
756 students attend Palmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Palmer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmer Elementary School?
Palmer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palmer Elementary School offer ?
Palmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Palmer Elementary School part of?
Palmer Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Palmer Elementary School located?
Palmer Elementary School is located in the North Mayfair neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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