Below Average
#3126 of 3,813 schools in IL
Mount Vernon Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
10540 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60643
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,126 of 3,813
In Chicago
#514 of 630
public schools
In district
#506 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Mount Vernon Elem School
Mount Vernon Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Mount Vernon Elem School serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Vernon Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,126 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Vernon Elem School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Mount Vernon 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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Mount Vernon Elem School — Students at Mount Vernon Elem School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
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 Mount Vernon Elem School Compares
See how Mount Vernon Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10540 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60643
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Vernon Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hughes L Elem School (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fernwood Elem School (rated 5.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wacker Elem School (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Garvey M Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Julian High School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| UNITED EDUCATIONAL CULTURAL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.5 mi | — |
| Dunne Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Barnard Elem Comp Math & Sci Ctr Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Fernwood Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Chicago Excel Academy HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Wacker Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Shoop Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Evers Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Fenger Academy High School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Green W Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Hughes L Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Whistler Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| CICS - Loomis Primary Campus Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| CICS - Longwood Campus Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Morgan Park High School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| OAKDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & CHILD CARE CENTER Chicago | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Higgins Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,015
Median Home Value
$233,900
Median Rent
$1,359/mo
Population
47,802
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashton-Franklin Center Elem Sch Franklin Grove, IL | 4.7 |
| Belle Alexander Elem School Kewanee, IL | 4.7 |
| Bennett Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.7 |
| Bruning Elem School Wilmington, IL | 4.7 |
| Diekman Elem School Dolton, IL | 4.7 |
| Elmwood Elem School Zion, IL | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Vernon Elem School
What grades does Mount Vernon Elem School serve?
Mount Vernon Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Vernon Elem School?
Mount Vernon Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon Elem School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Vernon Elem School rank in IL?
Mount Vernon Elem School ranks #3,126 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Mount Vernon Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Vernon Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Mount Vernon Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Vernon Elem School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mount Vernon Elem School a charter school?
No, Mount Vernon Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Vernon Elem School a Title I school?
No, Mount Vernon Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Vernon Elem School?
96.3% of students at Mount Vernon 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
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (773) 535-2825
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #506 of 621
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