Serving 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Beidler Elementary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Beidler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Beidler Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
WE are Beidler! Building relationships with all stakeholders to ensure that all students have adequate access to high quality equitable learning.
Beidler Elementary 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 Beidler Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
95%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
29%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Beidler Elementary School's ranking?
Beidler Elementary School is ranked #3352 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Beidler Elementary School?
253 students attend Beidler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Beidler Elementary School students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beidler Elementary School?
Beidler Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beidler Elementary School offer ?
Beidler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Beidler Elementary School part of?
Beidler Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Beidler Elementary School located?
Beidler Elementary School is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 20 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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