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Curtis Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
32 E 115th St, Chicago, IL 60628
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,892 of 3,813
In Chicago
#460 of 630
public schools
In district
#453 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
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Curtis Elem School
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Curtis Elem School
Curtis Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Curtis Elem School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Curtis Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,892 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Curtis Elem School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Curtis Elem School 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.
73% of students at Curtis 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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Curtis Elem School — Students at Curtis Elem School score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
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: 6.4/10.
How Curtis Elem School Compares
See how Curtis Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
32 E 115th St, Chicago, IL 60628
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Curtis Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Poe Elem Classical School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CICS - Prairie Campus (rated 6.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Smith W Elem School (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CICS - Prairie Campus Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Chicago Collegiate Charter School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Brooks College Prep Academy HS Chicago | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Haley Elem Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Lavizzo Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Pullman Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Owens Community Academy ES Chicago | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Fenger Academy High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Cullen Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Metcalfe Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Dunne Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Hughes L Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Poe Elem Classical School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| ST JOHN DE LA SALLE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Chicago | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Bennett Elem School Chicago | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Higgins Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Brown R Elem Community Acad Chicago | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Smith W Elem School Chicago | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Corliss High School Chicago | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Noble St Chtr-Butler - Crimson Chicago | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,719
Median Home Value
$158,500
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
59,212
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
40.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Curtis Elem School
What grades does Curtis Elem School serve?
Curtis Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Curtis Elem School?
Curtis Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Curtis Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Curtis Elem School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Curtis Elem School rank in IL?
Curtis Elem School ranks #2,892 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Curtis Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Curtis Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Curtis Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Curtis Elem School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Curtis Elem School a charter school?
No, Curtis Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Curtis Elem School a Title I school?
No, Curtis Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Curtis Elem School?
97.1% of students at Curtis 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 314
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.9%
- Phone
- (773) 535-5050
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #453 of 621
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