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Gillespie Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
9301 S State St, Chicago, IL 60619
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,893 of 3,813
In Chicago
#461 of 630
public schools
In district
#454 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
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Gillespie Elem School
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About Gillespie Elem School
Gillespie Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Gillespie Elem School serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gillespie Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,893 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Gillespie Elem School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% 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 Gillespie 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.
61% of students at Gillespie 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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Gillespie Elem School — Students at Gillespie Elem School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
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: 6.2/10.
How Gillespie Elem School Compares
See how Gillespie Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9301 S State St, Chicago, IL 60619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gillespie Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lenart Elem Regional Gifted Ctr (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McDade Elem Classical School (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN S.T.E.M. SCHOLARS ACADEMY Chicago | 0.2 mi | — |
| Harlan Community Academy HS Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Turner-Drew Elem Language Academy Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| McDade Elem Classical School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Neil Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Leadership Ac Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Perspectives Chtr - HS of Tech Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Bennett Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Kipling Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| YCCS Chtr - Chatham Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Evers Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| ST JOHN DE LA SALLE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Hughes L Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Fernwood Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Lenart Elem Regional Gifted Ctr Chicago | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Dixon Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Simeon Career Academy High School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,403
Median Home Value
$213,000
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
59,892
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
43.3%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Asian Human Srvcs-Passage Chrtr Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| Barnard Elem Comp Math & Sci Ctr Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| Beecher Elem School Beecher, IL | 5.0 |
| Brownstown Elem School Brownstown, IL | 5.0 |
| Costello School Lyons, IL | 5.0 |
| Curtis Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gillespie Elem School
What grades does Gillespie Elem School serve?
Gillespie Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Gillespie Elem School?
Gillespie Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gillespie Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gillespie Elem School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gillespie Elem School rank in IL?
Gillespie Elem School ranks #2,893 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Gillespie Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gillespie 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 Gillespie Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gillespie Elem School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gillespie Elem School a charter school?
No, Gillespie Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gillespie Elem School a Title I school?
No, Gillespie Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gillespie Elem School?
85.1% of students at Gillespie 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
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.5%
- Phone
- (773) 535-5065
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #454 of 621
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