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Daniel Burnham Elem School
Elementary School · Cicero SD 99
5900 W 14Th St, Cicero, IL 60804
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,152 of 3,813
In Cicero
#8 of 17
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
Cicero SD 99
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Daniel Burnham Elem School
Daniel Burnham Elem School is a public elementary school in Cicero, IL, part of Cicero SD 99. Daniel Burnham Elem School serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Daniel Burnham Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,152 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Daniel Burnham Elem School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 166 students, Daniel Burnham Elem School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Daniel Burnham 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.
37% of students at Daniel Burnham 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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Daniel Burnham Elem School — Students at Daniel Burnham Elem School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
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: 7.6/10.
How Daniel Burnham Elem School Compares
See how Daniel Burnham Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5900 W 14Th St, Cicero, IL 60804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daniel Burnham Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfellow Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF OAK PARK (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Berwyn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Irving Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cicero, see our Cicero schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST FRANCES OF ROME Cicero | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Warren Park School Cicero | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Clark G R Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Karel Havlicek Elem School Berwyn | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Irving Elem School Oak Park | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| J Sterling Morton Freshman Cntr Cicero | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Plato Learning Acad Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Lincoln Middle School Berwyn | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elem School Cicero | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| J Sterling Morton East High Sch Cicero | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Depriest Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Longfellow Elem School Oak Park | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Unity Jr High School Cicero | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Sherlock Elem School Cicero | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| LITTLE FOLKS COTTAGE DAYCARE & NURSERY Chicago | 1.3 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Oak Park | 1.0 mi | — |
| WEST SUBURBAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Goodwin Elementary School Cicero | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF OAK PARK Berwyn | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Komensky Elem School Berwyn | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,548
Median Home Value
$236,000
Median Rent
$1,121/mo
Population
83,223
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
54.6%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNUNCIATA SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 5.9 |
| CHICAGO WEST SIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 5.9 |
| Carlock Elem School Carlock, IL | 5.9 |
| Indian Hill Palos Heights, IL | 5.9 |
| Lorenzo R Smith Elem School Pembroke Township, IL | 5.9 |
| Matheny-Withrow Elem Sch Springfield, IL | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daniel Burnham Elem School
What grades does Daniel Burnham Elem School serve?
Daniel Burnham Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Daniel Burnham Elem School?
Daniel Burnham Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daniel Burnham Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Daniel Burnham Elem School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Daniel Burnham Elem School rank in IL?
Daniel Burnham Elem School ranks #2,152 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Daniel Burnham Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Daniel Burnham Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Daniel Burnham Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Daniel Burnham Elem School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Daniel Burnham Elem School a charter school?
No, Daniel Burnham Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Daniel Burnham Elem School a Title I school?
No, Daniel Burnham Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daniel Burnham Elem School?
79.5% of students at Daniel Burnham 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 166
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (708) 652-9577
Resources & Links
District
Cicero SD 99- District Enrollment
- 8,598
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,162
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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