Very Good
#602 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 16% in state
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
2651 W 23rd St, Chicago, IL 60608
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#602 of 3,813
In Chicago
#72 of 630
public schools
In district
#71 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #602 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch — Students at Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch score 5% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 13 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch Compares
See how Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2651 W 23rd St, Chicago, IL 60608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pickard Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hammond Elem School (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Chalmers Elem Specialty School (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hammond Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Finkl Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Telpochcalli Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| YCCS-Latino Youth Alternative HS Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Saucedo Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| IHSCA Charter High School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Spry Elem Community School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Spry Community Links High School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Pickard Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| IJLA Charter High School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| OUR LADY OF TEPEYAC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Plamondon Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Ruiz Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Kanoon Elem Magnet School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Madero Middle School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Farragut Career Academy HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| McCormick Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Johnson Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Chalmers Elem Specialty School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Collins Academy High School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,704
Median Home Value
$341,500
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
81,459
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
34.6
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| ALPINE ACADEMY Rockford, IL | 7.9 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.9 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Glendale Heights, IL | 7.9 |
| Sowers Elementary School Roanoke, IL | 7.9 |
| Stella May Swartz Elem School Oakbrook Terrace, IL | 7.9 |
| Stevenson School Lombard, IL | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch
What grades does Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch serve?
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch?
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch rank in IL?
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch ranks #602 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch a charter school?
Yes, Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch a Title I school?
No, Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch?
96.8% of students at Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (773) 890-1054
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #71 of 621
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