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Little Village Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

2620 S Lawndale Ave, Chicago, IL 60623

Enrollment

566

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,243 of 3,813

In Chicago

#351 of 630

public schools

In district

#344 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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5.8/10

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

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About Little Village Elem School

Little Village Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Little Village Elem School serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Village Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,243 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Little Village Elem School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Little Village 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)6% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism39.8%

Little Village Elem School — Students at Little Village Elem School score 8% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
73%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
13%
2022
ELA
11%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Little Village Elem School Compares

See how Little Village Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in IL
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.8%

Location

2620 S Lawndale Ave, Chicago, IL 60623

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Little Village Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Acad (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Zapata Elem Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cardenas Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST AGNES OF BOHEMIA SCHOOL Chicago 0.2 mi 3.5
Ortiz De Dominguez Elem School Chicago 0.3 mi 6.5
Gary Elem School Chicago 0.3 mi 7.0
Cardenas Elem School Chicago 0.4 mi 7.3
Whitney Elem School Chicago 0.4 mi 5.9
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago 0.5 mi 4.3
Crown Elem Comm Acd Fine Arts Ctr Chicago 0.7 mi 5.6
McCormick Elem School Chicago 0.6 mi 4.4
Farragut Career Academy HS Chicago 0.7 mi 6.6
Madero Middle School Chicago 0.6 mi 4.7
Corkery Elem School Chicago 0.8 mi 4.9
Kanoon Elem Magnet School Chicago 0.9 mi 6.3
Dvorak Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago 1.1 mi 6.0
Penn Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 5.8
KIPP Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Acad Chicago 1.1 mi 7.7
Legacy Elem Charter School Chicago 1.1 mi 2.8
OUR LADY OF TEPEYAC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.0 mi 7.5
Zapata Elem Academy Chicago 0.9 mi 7.4
North Lawndale Prep Chtr - Christ Chicago 1.2 mi 5.7
Mason Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60623 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,040

Median Home Value

$221,400

Median Rent

$1,054/mo

Population

77,061

College Educated

13.7%

Homeownership

38.4%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

24.7%

Median Age

35.2

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Avon Center Elem School Round Lake Beach, IL 5.8
Big Hollow Elem School Ingleside, IL 5.8
Cameron Elem School Chicago, IL 5.8
Chicago World Language Academy Chicago, IL 5.8
Columbus Manor Elem School Oak Lawn, IL 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Village Elem School

What grades does Little Village Elem School serve?

Little Village Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Little Village Elem School?

Little Village Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Village Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Village Elem School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Little Village Elem School rank in IL?

Little Village Elem School ranks #2,243 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Little Village Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Little Village Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Little Village Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Little Village Elem School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Little Village Elem School a charter school?

No, Little Village Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Little Village Elem School a Title I school?

No, Little Village Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Village Elem School?

94.2% of students at Little Village 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.8%

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