Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Owens Community Academy 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 7% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Owens Community Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Owens Community Academy Elementary School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student Every Day
Owens Community Academy 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 Owens Community Academy Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#3309 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
94%
17%
White
1%
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)
47%
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 Owens Community Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Owens Community Academy Elementary School is ranked #3309 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?
7% 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 Owens Community Academy Elementary School?
338 students attend Owens Community Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Owens Community Academy Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owens Community Academy Elementary School?
Owens Community Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owens Community Academy Elementary School offer ?
Owens Community Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Owens Community Academy Elementary School part of?
Owens Community Academy Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Owens Community Academy Elementary School located?
Owens Community Academy Elementary School is located in the West Pullman neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in West Pullman.
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