Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 45% (which was higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-44% (which was higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#633 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
48%
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 Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz's ranking?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is ranked #633 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz?
488 students attend Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz offer ?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7
What school district is Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz part of?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is part of Chicago ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz located?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is located in the West Elsdon neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in West Elsdon.
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