Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mcauliffe 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 8% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Mcauliffe Elementary School's student population of 565 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
Reach for the Stars!
Mcauliffe 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 Mcauliffe Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#3207 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
91%
28%
Black
6%
17%
White
2%
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)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Mcauliffe Elementary School's ranking?
Mcauliffe Elementary School is ranked #3207 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 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mcauliffe Elementary School?
565 students attend Mcauliffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mcauliffe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcauliffe Elementary School?
Mcauliffe Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcauliffe Elementary School offer ?
Mcauliffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mcauliffe Elementary School part of?
Mcauliffe Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Mcauliffe Elementary School located?
Mcauliffe Elementary School is located in the Hermosa neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Hermosa.
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