Below Average
#3302 of 3,813 schools in IL
Morton Elem Career Academy
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
431 N Troy St, Chicago, IL 60612
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,302 of 3,813
In Chicago
#552 of 630
public schools
In district
#543 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Morton Elem Career Academy
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About Morton Elem Career Academy
Morton Elem Career Academy is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Morton Elem Career Academy serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Morton Elem Career Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,302 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Morton Elem Career Academy show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Morton Elem Career Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
34% of students at Morton Elem Career Academy 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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Morton Elem Career Academy — Students at Morton Elem Career Academy score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.6%
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: 3.5/10.
How Morton Elem Career Academy Compares
See how Morton Elem Career Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
431 N Troy St, Chicago, IL 60612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morton Elem Career Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEARN Charter Excel Campus (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEARN Chtr - 7th Campus (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEARN Chtr-Campbell Campus (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| YCCS-West Town Academy Alt HS Chicago | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Westinghouse High School Chicago | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| LEARN Chtr - Middle School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| LEARN Charter Excel Campus Chicago | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| LEARN Chtr - 7th Campus Chicago | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Polaris Elem Charter Academy Chicago | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Beidler Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Cather Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| UCAN ACADEMY Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Faraday Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Marshall Metropolitan High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Raby High School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| YCCS-Association House Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Locke A Elem Charter Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| LEARN Chtr-Campbell Campus Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Chicago HS for the Arts Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Noble St Chtr-Rowe-Clark MS Acad Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Ward L Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| PROVIDENCE ST. MEL SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Jensen Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,457
Median Home Value
$331,600
Median Rent
$1,330/mo
Population
34,699
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
30.8%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brighton Park Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.4 |
| Cullen Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.4 |
| Daisy Bates Acad of Social Justic Chicago, IL | 4.4 |
| Evers Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.4 |
| Flanagan Elem School Flanagan, IL | 4.4 |
| Kipling Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morton Elem Career Academy
What grades does Morton Elem Career Academy serve?
Morton Elem Career Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Morton Elem Career Academy?
Morton Elem Career Academy has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morton Elem Career Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Morton Elem Career Academy is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morton Elem Career Academy rank in IL?
Morton Elem Career Academy ranks #3,302 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Morton Elem Career Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Morton Elem Career Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Morton Elem Career Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Morton Elem Career Academy has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Morton Elem Career Academy a charter school?
No, Morton Elem Career Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morton Elem Career Academy a Title I school?
No, Morton Elem Career Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morton Elem Career Academy?
84.6% of students at Morton Elem Career 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 214
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (773) 534-6791
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #543 of 621
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