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North River Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

4416 N Troy St, Chicago, IL 60625

Enrollment

284

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,522 of 3,813

In Chicago

#213 of 630

public schools

In district

#209 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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North River Elem School

6.6/10

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

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6.4/10

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About North River Elem School

North River Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. North River Elem School serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North River Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,522 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for North River Elem School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism18.3%

North River Elem School — Students at North River Elem School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.7% (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
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
22%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How North River Elem School Compares

See how North River Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
60th percentile in IL
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.3%

Location

4416 N Troy St, Chicago, IL 60625

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North River Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edison Elem Regional Gifted Cntr (rated 9.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waters Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHICAGO JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Bateman Elem School Chicago 0.4 mi 6.4
Roosevelt High School Chicago 0.4 mi 4.8
SPARK MONTESSORI Chicago 0.5 mi
Henry Elem School Chicago 0.5 mi 5.9
Albany Park Multicultural Elem Chicago 0.6 mi 5.7
Edison Elem Regional Gifted Cntr Chicago 0.6 mi 9.7
Hibbard Elem School Chicago 0.6 mi 6.2
Cleveland Elem School Chicago 0.7 mi 5.4
LAWRENCE HALL SCHOOL Chicago 0.7 mi 6.4
CICS - Irving Park Campus Chicago 0.8 mi 7.0
Von Steuben Metro Science HS Chicago 0.8 mi 8.4
GATEWAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 0.8 mi
CHICAGO JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Chicago 1.0 mi 7.3
ASPIRA Charter - Haugan Campus Chicago 0.8 mi 5.3
Murphy Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 4.8
Waters Elem School Chicago 0.8 mi 8.6
Haugan Elem School Chicago 0.8 mi 6.8
Disney II Magnet HS Chicago 1.0 mi 7.7
NORTHSHORE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Chicago 1.1 mi 7.2
TELSHE HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.1 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60625 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,299

Median Home Value

$396,700

Median Rent

$1,455/mo

Population

78,467

College Educated

53.8%

Homeownership

40.3%

Avg Commute

35.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

36

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North River Elem School

What grades does North River Elem School serve?

North River Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend North River Elem School?

North River Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North River Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at North River Elem School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North River Elem School rank in IL?

North River Elem School ranks #1,522 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is North River Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

North River Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 North River Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North River Elem School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North River Elem School a charter school?

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

Is North River Elem School a Title I school?

No, North River Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North River Elem School?

74.6% of students at North River 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
96 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.3%

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