Needs Improvement
#3663 of 3,813 schools in IL
Christopher Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
5042 S Artesian Ave, Chicago, IL 60632
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,663 of 3,813
In Chicago
#610 of 630
public schools
In district
#601 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
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Christopher Elem School
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About Christopher Elem School
Christopher Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Christopher Elem School serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Christopher Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,663 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Christopher Elem School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Christopher Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
60% of students at Christopher 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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Christopher Elem School — Students at Christopher Elem School score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
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: 2.7/10.
How Christopher Elem School Compares
See how Christopher Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5042 S Artesian Ave, Chicago, IL 60632
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christopher Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elem (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Acero Chtr - Officer Marquez Elem (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Acero Chtr-Brighton Park Elem Sch (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nightingale Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Shields Middle School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Horizon Sci Acad - Southwest Chtr Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elem Chicago | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Carson Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Talman Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Back of The Yards IB HS Chicago | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Gage Park High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Noble St Chtr - Mansueto Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Acero Chtr - Officer Marquez Elem Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Daley Elem Academy Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Acero Chtr-Brighton Park Elem Sch Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Hedges Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Shields Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Lara Elem Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Henderson Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Morrill Elem Math & Sci School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,576
Median Home Value
$240,600
Median Rent
$1,057/mo
Population
87,831
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bushnell-Prairie City Elem Sch Bushnell, IL | 3.5 |
| C B Smith Elem School Pekin, IL | 3.5 |
| East Elementary School Zion, IL | 3.5 |
| Feitshans Elem Sch Springfield, IL | 3.5 |
| Garvey M Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.5 |
| Gregory Elem School Rockford, IL | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christopher Elem School
What grades does Christopher Elem School serve?
Christopher Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Christopher Elem School?
Christopher Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christopher Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Christopher Elem School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Christopher Elem School rank in IL?
Christopher Elem School ranks #3,663 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Christopher Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Christopher Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Christopher Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Christopher Elem School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Christopher Elem School a charter school?
No, Christopher Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Christopher Elem School a Title I school?
No, Christopher Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Christopher Elem School?
94.1% of students at Christopher 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
- 306
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.8%
- Phone
- (773) 535-9375
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #601 of 621
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