Serving 178 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plato Learning 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 ≤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 45:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- 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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Plato Learning Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
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Plato Learning Academy Elementary School's student population of 178 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Motto
Working Collaboratively, Thinking Critically, Achieving Academically
Plato Learning 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 Plato Learning Academy Elementary School is 0.06, 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
45:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
97%
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 (13-14)
1%
3%
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 Plato Learning Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Plato Learning Academy 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 Plato Learning Academy Elementary School?
178 students attend Plato Learning Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Plato Learning Academy Elementary School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plato Learning Academy Elementary School?
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plato Learning Academy Elementary School offer ?
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Plato Learning Academy Elementary School part of?
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Plato Learning Academy Elementary School located?
Plato Learning Academy Elementary School is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 21 other public schools located in Austin.
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