Below Average
#3346 of 3,813 schools in IL
Neil Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
8555 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,346 of 3,813
In Chicago
#559 of 630
public schools
In district
#550 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Neil Elem School
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Neil Elem School
Neil Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Neil Elem School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Neil Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,346 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Neil Elem School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Neil 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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Neil Elem School — Students at Neil Elem School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88%
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: 2.8/10.
How Neil Elem School Compares
See how Neil Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8555 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Neil Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lenart Elem Regional Gifted Ctr (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McDade Elem Classical School (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ruggles Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McDade Elem Classical School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Leadership Ac Chicago | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Perspectives Chtr - HS of Tech Chicago | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Lenart Elem Regional Gifted Ctr Chicago | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Dixon Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Pirie Elem Fine Arts & Academic C Chicago | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Ruggles Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Gillespie Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| RAEKWON'S SCHOLASTIC DAYCARE ACADEMY LLC Chicago | 0.9 mi | — |
| Simeon Career Academy High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| YCCS Chtr - Chatham Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Turner-Drew Elem Language Academy Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Burnside Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| CHRISTIAN S.T.E.M. SCHOLARS ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| Westcott Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Ashe Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Harlan Community Academy HS Chicago | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTH CENTRAL SCHOOL MAIN CAMPUS Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| Harvard Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALTAMONT LUTHERAN INTERPARISH SCHOOL Altamont, IL | 4.3 |
| Annette Officer Elementary East Saint Louis, IL | 4.3 |
| Barack Obama Sch of Ldership Chicago Heights, IL | 4.3 |
| CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yorkville, IL | 4.3 |
| Holmes Elem School Harvey, IL | 4.3 |
| Hoyne Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Neil Elem School
What grades does Neil Elem School serve?
Neil Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Neil Elem School?
Neil Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Neil Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Neil Elem School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Neil Elem School rank in IL?
Neil Elem School ranks #3,346 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Neil Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Neil Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Neil Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Neil Elem School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Neil Elem School a charter school?
No, Neil Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Neil Elem School a Title I school?
No, Neil Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Neil Elem School?
88.0% of students at Neil 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
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (773) 535-3000
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #550 of 621
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