Below Average
#3051 of 3,813 schools in IL
Drake Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
2710 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60616
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,051 of 3,813
In Chicago
#497 of 630
public schools
In district
#489 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
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Drake Elem School
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About Drake Elem School
Drake Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Drake Elem School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Drake Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,051 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Drake Elem School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Drake 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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Drake Elem School — Students at Drake Elem School score 8% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
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: 3.9/10.
How Drake Elem School Compares
See how Drake Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2710 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Drake Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haines Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Healy Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JEROME SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCKINLEY LAKESIDE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Chicago | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| YCCS-McKinley-Lakeside Leadership Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Ward J Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Haines Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| National Teachers Elem Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ST THERESE CHINESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| DE LA SALLE INSTITUTE - INSTITUTE CAMPUS Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Healy Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Air Force Acad High School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Perspectives Chtr - IIT Campus Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Chicago Military Academy HS Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| DAYSTAR ACADEMY Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,841
Median Home Value
$387,300
Median Rent
$1,329/mo
Population
54,456
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
39.3%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chase Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.8 |
| Goshen Elementary Edwardsville, IL | 4.8 |
| Grant Elem School Melrose Park, IL | 4.8 |
| Harry E Fry School Burbank, IL | 4.8 |
| Henry-Senachwine Grade School Henry, IL | 4.8 |
| Jane Addams Elem School Springfield, IL | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Drake Elem School
What grades does Drake Elem School serve?
Drake Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Drake Elem School?
Drake Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Drake Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Drake 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 Drake Elem School rank in IL?
Drake Elem School ranks #3,051 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Drake Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Drake Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Drake Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Drake Elem School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Drake Elem School a charter school?
No, Drake Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Drake Elem School a Title I school?
No, Drake Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Drake Elem School?
97.7% of students at Drake 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
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.8%
- Phone
- (773) 534-9129
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #489 of 621
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