Near North Elementary School serves 87 students in grades 2-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 was lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
Total Students
87 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
26%
28%
Black
69%
17%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
46%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Near North Elementary School?
87 students attend Near North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Near North Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Near North Elementary School?
Near North Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Near North Elementary School offer ?
Near North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-8
What school district is Near North Elementary School part of?
Near North Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago School District 299.
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