Serving 933 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sawyer 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 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: 933 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sawyer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sawyer Elementary School's student population of 933 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
933 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Motto
To educate, to transform, to empower.
School Rankings
Sawyer 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 Sawyer Elementary School 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
#2877 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
28%
Black
n/a
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)
5%
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 Sawyer Elementary School's ranking?
Sawyer Elementary School is ranked #2877 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sawyer Elementary School often compared to?
Sawyer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hernandez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sawyer Elementary School?
933 students attend Sawyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sawyer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sawyer Elementary School?
Sawyer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sawyer Elementary School offer ?
Sawyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sawyer Elementary School part of?
Sawyer Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sawyer Elementary School located?
Sawyer Elementary School is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
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