Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Learn Chtr - Butler 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 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Learn Chtr - Butler's student population of 458 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 1000% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Learn Chtr - Butler 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 Learn Chtr - Butler is 0.04, 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
#2660 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
98%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
93%
47%
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 Learn Chtr - Butler's ranking?
Learn Chtr - Butler is ranked #2660 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Learn Chtr - Butler?
458 students attend Learn Chtr - Butler.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Learn Chtr - Butler students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Learn Chtr - Butler?
Learn Chtr - Butler has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Learn Chtr - Butler offer ?
Learn Chtr - Butler offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Learn Chtr - Butler part of?
Learn Chtr - Butler is part of Chicago ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Learn Chtr - Butler located?
Learn Chtr - Butler is located in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 18 other public schools located in North Lawndale.
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