Below Average
#3347 of 3,813 schools in IL
Otis Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
525 N Armour St, Chicago, IL 60642
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,347 of 3,813
In Chicago
#560 of 630
public schools
In district
#551 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Otis Elem School
Otis Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Otis Elem School serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Otis Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,347 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Otis Elem School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% 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
42% of students at Otis 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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Otis Elem School — Students at Otis Elem School score 10% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.5%
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: 2.4/10.
How Otis Elem School Compares
See how Otis Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
525 N Armour St, Chicago, IL 60642
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Otis Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INTERCULTURAL MONTESSORI LANGUAGE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESPERANZA THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep Chicago | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Noble St Chtr-Golder College Prep Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Ogden Int High School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Wells Community Academy HS Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Rudolph Elem Learning Center Chicago | 0.6 mi | — |
| Noble St Chtr-Noble Campus Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Talcott Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| WOLCOTT SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Brown W Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| NEAR NORTH MONTESSORI Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| BENNETT DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| BENNETT DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Young Magnet High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| INTERCULTURAL MONTESSORI LANGUAGE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,179
Median Home Value
$604,200
Median Rent
$2,216/mo
Population
21,124
College Educated
77.5%
Homeownership
32.5%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
32.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Clissold Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.3 |
| Eastwood Elem School East Alton, IL | 4.3 |
| Edison Elementary School Macomb, IL | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Otis Elem School
What grades does Otis Elem School serve?
Otis Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Otis Elem School?
Otis Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Otis Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Otis Elem School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Otis Elem School rank in IL?
Otis Elem School ranks #3,347 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Otis Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Otis 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 Otis Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Otis Elem School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Otis Elem School a charter school?
No, Otis Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Otis Elem School a Title I school?
No, Otis Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Otis Elem School?
88.5% of students at Otis 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
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.2%
- Phone
- (773) 534-7665
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #551 of 621
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