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Very Good

#668 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 18% in state

Kipp One Academy

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

730 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60624

Charter

Enrollment

1,025

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#668 of 3,813

In Chicago

#77 of 630

public schools

In district

#75 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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7.8/10

Elementary School in Chicago · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kipp One Academy

Kipp One Academy is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Kipp One Academy serves approximately 1,025 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp One Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #668 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Kipp One Academy show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Kipp One Academy 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change-0.29 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)5% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Kipp One Academy — Students at Kipp One Academy score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 20.8% (multi-year average, 2016-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.0% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 9 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
12%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Kipp One Academy Compares

See how Kipp One Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
83th percentile in IL
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

Location

730 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60624

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kipp One Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Casals Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is KIPP Academy Chicago Campus (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Nobel Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Orr Academy High School Chicago 0.0 mi 5.7
Ward L Elem School Chicago 0.4 mi 3.4
Piccolo Elem Specialty School Chicago 0.5 mi 6.3
Noble St Chtr-Rowe-Clark MS Acad Chicago 0.4 mi 6.6
Tilton Elem School Chicago 0.7 mi 5.4
Nobel Elem School Chicago 0.8 mi 6.4
Cameron Elem School Chicago 0.8 mi 5.8
Raby High School Chicago 0.8 mi 6.0
West Park Elem Academy Chicago 0.9 mi 5.7
Legal Prep Academy Charter HS Chicago 0.9 mi 7.2
Melody Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 5.4
Casals Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 8.1
MATERNITY BVM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 1.1 mi 5.6
Hefferan Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 3.6
Polaris Elem Charter Academy Chicago 1.0 mi 3.5
PROVIDENCE ST. MEL SCHOOL Chicago 1.2 mi 5.6
Westinghouse High School Chicago 1.0 mi 7.6
HOPE EXCEL REACHING THE WORLD ACADEMY Chicago 1.0 mi
KIPP Academy Chicago Campus Chicago 1.1 mi 7.5
CHANCE AFTER CHANCE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Chicago 1.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,607

Median Home Value

$223,200

Median Rent

$1,152/mo

Population

35,711

College Educated

13.1%

Homeownership

26.4%

Avg Commute

34.1 min

Poverty Rate

36.1%

Median Age

34.3

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Mascoutah Elem School Mascoutah, IL 7.8
Scott Elem School Scott Air Force Base, IL 7.8
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary Aurora, IL 7.7
International Prep Academy Champaign, IL 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kipp One Academy

What grades does Kipp One Academy serve?

Kipp One Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Kipp One Academy?

Kipp One Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,025 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp One Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Kipp One Academy is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kipp One Academy rank in IL?

Kipp One Academy ranks #668 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Kipp One Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Kipp One Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Kipp One Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp One Academy has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Kipp One Academy a charter school?

Yes, Kipp One Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Kipp One Academy a Title I school?

No, Kipp One Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp One Academy?

96.9% of students at Kipp One Academy 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,025
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

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