Emmet Elementary School serves 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 36% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 42% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)36%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)42%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
100%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
31%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average).
How many students attend Emmet Elementary School?
435 students attend Emmet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Emmet Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emmet Elementary School?
Emmet Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emmet Elementary School offer ?
Emmet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Emmet Elementary School part of?
Emmet Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
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