Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Till Elementary Math & Science Academy 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- 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
Top Rankings
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Excellence Is The Expectation!
School Rankings
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy 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 Till Elementary Math & Science Academy 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
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
97%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
28%
27%
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 Till Elementary Math & Science Academy's ranking?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy 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 Till Elementary Math & Science Academy?
323 students attend Till Elementary Math & Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Till Elementary Math & Science Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Till Elementary Math & Science Academy?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Till Elementary Math & Science Academy offer ?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Till Elementary Math & Science Academy part of?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy is part of Chicago ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Till Elementary Math & Science Academy located?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy is located in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Woodlawn.
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