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Bond Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
7050 S May St, Chicago, IL 60621
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,133 of 3,813
In Chicago
#315 of 630
public schools
In district
#309 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Bond Elem School
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bond Elem School
Bond Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Bond Elem School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bond Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,133 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Bond Elem School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Bond Elem School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
41% of students at Bond 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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Bond Elem School — Students at Bond Elem School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 6.8/10.
How Bond Elem School Compares
See how Bond Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7050 S May St, Chicago, IL 60621
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bond Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davis M Magnet Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montessori of Englewood Chtr ES (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wentworth Elem School (rated 5.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wentworth Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Stagg Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Bass Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Mays Elem Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| King Academy of Social Justice Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Oglesby Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ST SABINA ACADEMY Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Providence-Englewood Elem Charter Chicago | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Montessori of Englewood Chtr ES Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Davis M Magnet Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| CS ACADEMY COLLEGE PREP Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| LEO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Kershaw Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| YCCS-Community Youth Dev Inst HS Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CS ACADEMY Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Langford A Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Englewood STEM High School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Nicholson Tech Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Cook Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ACADEMY OF ST BENEDICT THE AFRICAN Chicago | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,235
Median Home Value
$161,900
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
27,318
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
25%
Avg Commute
39.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Butterworth Elem School Moline, IL | 5.9 |
| Charter Oak Primary School Peoria, IL | 5.9 |
| Daniel Burnham Elem School Cicero, IL | 5.9 |
| El Sierra Elem School Downers Grove, IL | 5.9 |
| Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center Chicago, IL | 5.9 |
| G Stanley Hall Elem School Glendale Heights, IL | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bond Elem School
What grades does Bond Elem School serve?
Bond Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Bond Elem School?
Bond Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bond Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bond Elem School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bond Elem School rank in IL?
Bond Elem School ranks #2,133 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Bond Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bond Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Bond Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bond Elem School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bond Elem School a charter school?
No, Bond Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bond Elem School a Title I school?
No, Bond Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bond Elem School?
90.3% of students at Bond 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.3%
- Phone
- (773) 535-3480
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #309 of 621
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