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#1713 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 45% in state
Azuela Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
4707 W Marquette Rd, Chicago, IL 60629
Enrollment
699
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
699
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,713 of 3,813
In Chicago
#252 of 630
public schools
In district
#247 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Azuela Elem School
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About Azuela Elem School
Azuela Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Azuela Elem School serves approximately 699 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Azuela Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,713 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Azuela Elem School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Azuela Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Azuela Elem School — Students at Azuela Elem School score 19% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 25 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.9/10.
How Azuela Elem School Compares
See how Azuela Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4707 W Marquette Rd, Chicago, IL 60629
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Azuela Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ALBERT THE GREAT SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lee Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pasteur Elem School (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Lee Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Pasteur Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Richardson Middle School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Grimes Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Hurley Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Hubbard High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| QUEEN OF THE UNIVERSE SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ST NICHOLAS TOLENTINE SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Stevenson Elem School Chicago | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Hancock College Preparatory HS Chicago | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Peck Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST LAURENCE H.S. Burbank | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| J B Kennedy Elem School Burbank | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ST BEDE THE VENERABLE Chicago | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Richard Byrd Elementary School Burbank | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Bogan High School Chicago | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ST ALBERT THE GREAT SCHOOL Burbank | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ST RICHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Eberhart Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,813
Median Home Value
$236,300
Median Rent
$1,106/mo
Population
109,292
College Educated
14.3%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
36.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.2
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| Bateman Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| Bridgeview Elem School Bridgeview, IL | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Azuela Elem School
What grades does Azuela Elem School serve?
Azuela Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Azuela Elem School?
Azuela Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 699 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Azuela Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Azuela Elem School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Azuela Elem School rank in IL?
Azuela Elem School ranks #1,713 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Azuela Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Azuela Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Azuela Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Azuela Elem School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Azuela Elem School a charter school?
No, Azuela Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Azuela Elem School a Title I school?
No, Azuela Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Azuela Elem School?
84.8% of students at Azuela Elem School 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
- 699
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.8%
- Phone
- (773) 535-7395
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #247 of 621
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