Average
#1614 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 42% in state
Cics - Bond Campus
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
13300 S Langley Ave, Chicago, IL 60827
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,614 of 3,813
In Chicago
#231 of 630
public schools
In district
#227 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Cics - Bond Campus
Cics - Bond Campus is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Cics - Bond Campus serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cics - Bond Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,614 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Cics - Bond Campus show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cics - Bond Campus 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.
Cics - Bond Campus 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.
51% of students at Cics - Bond Campus 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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Cics - Bond Campus — Students at Cics - Bond Campus score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89%
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
↓ 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: 9.7/10.
How Cics - Bond Campus Compares
See how Cics - Bond Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13300 S Langley Ave, Chicago, IL 60827
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cics - Bond Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dubois Elem School (rated 6.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Lincoln Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Dolton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Aldridge Elem School (rated 5.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carver Primary School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Aldridge Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Dubois Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Dolton | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln Junior High School Dolton | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Carver Military Academy HS Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Early Childhood Cntr Dolton | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Owens Community Academy ES Chicago | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Franklin Elementary School Dolton | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Washington Elem School Riverdale | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Washington Junior High Riverdale | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Gen George Patton Elem School Riverdale | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Park Elementary School Riverdale | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Chicago Collegiate Charter School Chicago | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| NEW LIFE CELEBRATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dolton | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Riverdale School Riverdale | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Dolton | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Roosevelt Junior High School Dolton | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Metcalfe Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Thornridge High School Dolton | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60827 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,648
Median Home Value
$123,800
Median Rent
$1,044/mo
Population
24,887
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
41.3%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
34.1%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Acero Chtr - Bartolome de las Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| Chalmers Elem Specialty School Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| Edgewood Elem School Woodridge, IL | 6.5 |
| Gifford Grade School Gifford, IL | 6.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Decatur, IL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cics - Bond Campus
What grades does Cics - Bond Campus serve?
Cics - Bond Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cics - Bond Campus?
Cics - Bond Campus has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cics - Bond Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Cics - Bond Campus is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cics - Bond Campus rank in IL?
Cics - Bond Campus ranks #1,614 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Cics - Bond Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Cics - Bond Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Cics - Bond Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cics - Bond Campus has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Cics - Bond Campus a charter school?
Yes, Cics - Bond Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Cics - Bond Campus a Title I school?
No, Cics - Bond Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cics - Bond Campus?
89.0% of students at Cics - Bond Campus 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.0%
- Phone
- (773) 468-1300
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #227 of 621
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