Below Average
#3456 of 3,813 schools in IL
Based on limited data
Cics - Loomis Primary Campus
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
9535 S Loomis St, Chicago, IL 60643
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 624 schools in Chicago. Learn more
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,456 of 3,813
In Chicago
#578 of 630
public schools
In district
#569 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
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Cics - Loomis Primary Campus
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Cics - Longwood Campus
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About Cics - Loomis Primary Campus
Cics - Loomis Primary Campus is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Cics - Loomis Primary Campus serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cics - Loomis Primary Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,456 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cics - Loomis Primary 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.
47% of students at Cics - Loomis Primary 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Cics - Loomis Primary Campus Compares
See how Cics - Loomis Primary Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9535 S Loomis St, Chicago, IL 60643
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cics - Loomis Primary Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BARNABAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jackson M Elem School (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wacker Elem School (rated 5.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CICS - Longwood Campus Chicago | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Green W Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| OAKDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & CHILD CARE CENTER Chicago | 0.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Vanderpoel Elem Magnet School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Wacker Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Fort Dearborn Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| ALL DAY MONTESSORI Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| BEVERLY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| UNITED EDUCATIONAL CULTURAL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE NAUTILUS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| Julian High School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Barnard Elem Comp Math & Sci Ctr Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Noble St Chtr-Hansberry Prep Slvr Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ST BARNABAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Garvey M Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ST ETHELREDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Jackson M Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Kipling Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Evers Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,015
Median Home Value
$233,900
Median Rent
$1,359/mo
Population
47,802
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A O Marshall Elem School Joliet, IL | 4.1 |
| Apollo Elem School Aledo, IL | 4.1 |
| Barry Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.1 |
| Beethoven Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.1 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elem School Moline, IL | 4.1 |
| Bicentennial Elem School Coal Valley, IL | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cics - Loomis Primary Campus
What grades does Cics - Loomis Primary Campus serve?
Cics - Loomis Primary Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Cics - Loomis Primary Campus?
Cics - Loomis Primary Campus has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cics - Loomis Primary Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Cics - Loomis Primary Campus is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cics - Loomis Primary Campus rank in IL?
Cics - Loomis Primary Campus ranks #3,456 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Cics - Loomis Primary Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Cics - Loomis Primary Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cics - Loomis Primary Campus a charter school?
Yes, Cics - Loomis Primary Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Cics - Loomis Primary Campus a Title I school?
No, Cics - Loomis Primary Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cics - Loomis Primary Campus?
90.3% of students at Cics - Loomis Primary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 351
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (773) 429-8955
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #569 of 621
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