Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Esmond 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 6-9% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Esmond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Esmond Elementary School's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Relationships Matter
Esmond 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 Esmond 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
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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)
46%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Esmond Elementary School's ranking?
Esmond Elementary School is ranked #3239 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Esmond Elementary School often compared to?
Esmond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnard Elementary Comp Math & Sci Center, Shoop Math-sci Tech Elementary Academy by visitors of our site.
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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Esmond Elementary School?
258 students attend Esmond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Esmond Elementary School students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esmond Elementary School?
Esmond Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Esmond Elementary School offer ?
Esmond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Esmond Elementary School part of?
Esmond Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Esmond Elementary School located?
Esmond Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in South Side.
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