Foundations Elementary School serves 66 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
66 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Foundations Elementary School?
66 students attend Foundations Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Foundations Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foundations Elementary School?
Foundations Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Foundations Elementary School offer ?
Foundations Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Foundations Elementary School part of?
Foundations Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
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