Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Carson 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carson Elementary School's student population of 747 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carson 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 Carson Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#2201 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
28%
Black
3%
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 (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson Elementary School's ranking?
Carson Elementary School is ranked #2201 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carson Elementary School often compared to?
Carson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School, Fairfield Elementary Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carson Elementary School?
747 students attend Carson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Carson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Elementary School?
Carson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carson Elementary School offer ?
Carson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Carson Elementary School part of?
Carson Elementary School is part of Chicago ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Carson Elementary School located?
Carson Elementary School is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
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