Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sabin Elementary Magnet 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sabin Elementary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sabin Elementary Magnet School's student population of 367 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Sabin Elementary Magnet School 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 Sabin Elementary Magnet School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3189 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
76%
28%
Black
20%
17%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
5%
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 Sabin Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Sabin Elementary Magnet School is ranked #3189 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sabin Elementary Magnet School often compared to?
Sabin Elementary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pritzker Elementary School, Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sabin Elementary Magnet School?
367 students attend Sabin Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sabin Elementary Magnet School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sabin Elementary Magnet School?
Sabin Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sabin Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Sabin Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sabin Elementary Magnet School part of?
Sabin Elementary Magnet School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sabin Elementary Magnet School located?
Sabin Elementary Magnet School is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 22 other public schools located in West Town.
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