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Carter Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
5740 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,055 of 3,813
In Chicago
#300 of 630
public schools
In district
#294 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Carter 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 Carter Elem School
Carter Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Carter Elem School serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Carter Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,055 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Carter Elem School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Carter 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.
34% of students at Carter 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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Carter Elem School — Students at Carter Elem School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
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: 7.0/10.
How Carter Elem School Compares
See how Carter Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5740 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carter Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dewey Elem Academy of Fine Arts (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CICS - Washington Pk Campus (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CICS - Washington Pk Campus Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Sherwood Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Beasley Elem Magnet Academic Ctr Chicago | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| RYAN BANKS ACADEMY Chicago | 0.6 mi | — |
| RYAN BANKS ACADEMY Chicago | 0.6 mi | — |
| Burke Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Dulles Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Bronzeville Scholastic HS Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Fiske Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Williams Medical Prep High Sch Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Noble St Chtr-Johnson Colg Prep Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| YCCS-Progressive Leadership Acad Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Brownell Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Barbara A Sizemore Campus Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Beethoven Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Dewey Elem Academy of Fine Arts Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Till Elem Math & Science Academy Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60637 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,080
Median Home Value
$243,700
Median Rent
$1,170/mo
Population
52,418
College Educated
36.8%
Homeownership
26.1%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
32.3%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bismarck-Henning Elem School Bismarck, IL | 6.0 |
| Columbus Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Currier Elementary School West Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Dubois Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Dvorak Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Edison Elem School Stickney, IL | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carter Elem School
What grades does Carter Elem School serve?
Carter Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Carter Elem School?
Carter Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carter Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carter Elem School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carter Elem School rank in IL?
Carter Elem School ranks #2,055 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Carter Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carter Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Carter Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carter Elem School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Carter Elem School a charter school?
No, Carter Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carter Elem School a Title I school?
No, Carter Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carter Elem School?
81.7% of students at Carter 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
- 279
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (773) 535-0860
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #294 of 621
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