Serving 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wacker 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wacker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wacker Elementary School's student population of 220 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Wacker Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wacker Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#2690 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
96%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
37%
27%
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 Wacker Elementary School's ranking?
Wacker Elementary School is ranked #2690 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wacker Elementary School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wacker Elementary School?
220 students attend Wacker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Wacker Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wacker Elementary School?
Wacker Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wacker Elementary School offer ?
Wacker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Wacker Elementary School part of?
Wacker Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Wacker Elementary School located?
Wacker Elementary School is located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Washington Heights.
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