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#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

Charter

Enrollment

263

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

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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6.5/10

Elementary School in Chicago · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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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).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data7
Annual Change-1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency3% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)9% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism51%

Cics - Bond Campus — Students at Cics - Bond Campus score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 6.0% (multi-year average, 2016-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 7.4% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 13 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
8%
ELA
10%
2019
Math
8%
ELA
10%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
ELA
2.5%

* 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.

Overall Score
6.5/10
58th percentile in IL
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.0%

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

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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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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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%

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