Very Good
#1227 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 32% in state
Cics - Bucktown Campus
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
2235 N Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,227 of 3,813
In Chicago
#160 of 630
public schools
In district
#157 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Cics - Bucktown Campus
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cics - Bucktown Campus
Cics - Bucktown Campus is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Cics - Bucktown Campus serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cics - Bucktown Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,227 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Cics - Bucktown Campus show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cics - Bucktown 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 - Bucktown 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.
44% of students at Cics - Bucktown 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 - Bucktown Campus — Students at Cics - Bucktown Campus score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Cics - Bucktown Campus Compares
See how Cics - Bucktown Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2235 N Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cics - Bucktown Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prescott Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pritzker Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Burley Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pulaski Intl Sch of Chicago Chicago | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Drummond Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JOHN BERCHMANS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Goethe Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Alcott College Prep Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Prescott Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| JOSEPHINUM ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Chase Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| SCUOLA ITALIANA ENRICO FERMI Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| Sabin Elem Magnet School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Burr Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Pritzker Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| De Diego Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Jahn Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Moos Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOSAPHAT SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Burley Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| SALEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AKA NEW LIFE ACADEMY Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| NEW LIFE ACADEMY Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,851
Median Home Value
$557,300
Median Rent
$1,714/mo
Population
85,589
College Educated
60.9%
Homeownership
38.3%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bristol Bay Elem Sch Yorkville, IL | 7.0 |
| CICS - Irving Park Campus Chicago, IL | 7.0 |
| Drummond Elem School Chicago, IL | 7.0 |
| Estelle Kampmeyer Elem School O Fallon, IL | 7.0 |
| Foster Park Elem School Chicago, IL | 7.0 |
| Homestead Elementary School Aurora, IL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cics - Bucktown Campus
What grades does Cics - Bucktown Campus serve?
Cics - Bucktown Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Cics - Bucktown Campus?
Cics - Bucktown Campus has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cics - Bucktown Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Cics - Bucktown Campus is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cics - Bucktown Campus rank in IL?
Cics - Bucktown Campus ranks #1,227 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Cics - Bucktown Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Cics - Bucktown Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Cics - Bucktown Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cics - Bucktown Campus has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Cics - Bucktown Campus a charter school?
Yes, Cics - Bucktown Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Cics - Bucktown Campus a Title I school?
No, Cics - Bucktown Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cics - Bucktown Campus?
62.4% of students at Cics - Bucktown 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 537
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.8%
- Phone
- (773) 645-3321
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #157 of 621
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