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Onahan Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

6634 W Raven St, Chicago, IL 60631

Enrollment

647

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,236 of 3,813

In Chicago

#344 of 630

public schools

In district

#337 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Onahan Elem School

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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7.7/10

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About Onahan Elem School

Onahan Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Onahan Elem School serves approximately 647 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Onahan Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,236 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Onahan Elem School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% 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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism23.5%

Onahan Elem School — Students at Onahan Elem School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.6% (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
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
20%
2022
ELA
30%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Onahan Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in IL
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

Location

6634 W Raven St, Chicago, IL 60631

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Onahan Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ebinger Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beard Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edgebrook Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Taft High School Chicago 0.7 mi 7.7
Norwood Park Elem School Chicago 0.6 mi 7.8
ST ELIZABETH OF THE TRINITY Chicago 0.8 mi 5.7
Hitch Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 5.9
Garvy J Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 6.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Chicago 1.0 mi 5.6
Wildwood Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 8.2
LOGOS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Niles 1.4 mi 4.4
Ebinger Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 8.6
Edison Park Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 6.3
RESURRECTION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.2 mi 6.0
Beard Elem School Chicago 1.7 mi 8.6
Oriole Park Elem School Chicago 1.5 mi 6.9
Union Ridge Elem School Harwood Heights 2.0 mi 8.1
Farnsworth Elem School Chicago 1.7 mi 7.4
ST CONSTANCE SCHOOL Chicago 1.9 mi 8.0
Stock Early Childhood Center Chicago 1.9 mi 7.2
Edgebrook Elem School Chicago 1.7 mi 8.5
ST ROBERT BELLARMINE SCHOOL Chicago 2.1 mi 6.6
Clarence E Culver School Niles 2.2 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,688

Median Home Value

$431,400

Median Rent

$1,604/mo

Population

30,308

College Educated

50.1%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Onahan Elem School

What grades does Onahan Elem School serve?

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

How many students attend Onahan Elem School?

Onahan Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 647 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Onahan Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Onahan Elem School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Onahan Elem School rank in IL?

Onahan Elem School ranks #2,236 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Onahan Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Onahan 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 Onahan Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Onahan Elem School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Onahan Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Onahan Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

31.8% of students at Onahan 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
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
647
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

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