Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar's student population of 530 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar 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 Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar is 0.02, 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
#2622 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
92%
47%
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 Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar's ranking?
Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar is ranked #2622 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar?
530 students attend Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar?
Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar offer ?
Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar part of?
Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar located?
Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
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