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Otis P Graves Elem School

Elementary School · Summit SD 104

6021 S 74th Ave, Summit, IL 60501

Enrollment

552

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,640 of 3,813

In Summit

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Summit SD 104

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Otis P Graves Elem School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Summit · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Otis P Graves Elem School

Otis P Graves Elem School is a public elementary school in Summit, IL, part of Summit SD 104. Otis P Graves Elem School serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Otis P Graves Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,640 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Otis P Graves Elem School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-6.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,862
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

Otis P Graves Elem School — Students at Otis P Graves Elem School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 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
82%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
ELA
12%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.

How Otis P Graves Elem School Compares

See how Otis P Graves Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in IL
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

Location

6021 S 74th Ave, Summit, IL 60501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Otis P Graves Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kinzie Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blair Early Childhood Center (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PECKWAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Summit, see our Summit schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Heritage Middle School Summit 0.0 mi 5.3
PECKWAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Summit 0.3 mi 6.7
Argo Community High School Summit 0.4 mi 8.3
Walsh Elem School Summit 0.5 mi 4.5
Dr Donald Wharton Elem School Summit 0.6 mi 6.6
Dore Elem School Chicago 0.7 mi 4.6
W W Walker Elem School Bedford Park 1.0 mi 4.5
Blair Early Childhood Center Chicago 0.9 mi 7.4
Byrne Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 4.7
Kennedy High School Chicago 1.3 mi 6.9
Kinzie Elem School Chicago 1.4 mi 8.3
Hale Elem School Chicago 1.4 mi 5.0
KID'Z COLONY Chicago 1.6 mi
J W Robinson Jr Elem School Lyons 2.0 mi 5.6
Home Elem School Stickney 2.0 mi 5.6
Robina Lyle Elementary School Bridgeview 2.1 mi 6.6
Costello School Lyons 2.1 mi 5.0
Bridgeview Elem School Bridgeview 2.3 mi 6.4
Edison Elem School Stickney 2.6 mi 6.0
Washington Middle School Lyons 2.6 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,110

Median Home Value

$227,300

Median Rent

$1,017/mo

Population

11,490

College Educated

13.1%

Homeownership

62.7%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Otis P Graves Elem School

What grades does Otis P Graves Elem School serve?

Otis P Graves Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Otis P Graves Elem School?

Otis P Graves Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Otis P Graves Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Otis P Graves Elem School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Otis P Graves Elem School rank in IL?

Otis P Graves Elem School ranks #2,640 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Otis P Graves Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Otis P Graves Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 P Graves Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Otis P Graves Elem School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Otis P Graves Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Otis P Graves Elem School a Title I school?

No, Otis P Graves Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Otis P Graves Elem School?

82.4% of students at Otis P Graves 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
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

District

Summit SD 104
District Enrollment
1,447
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,862
District Rank
#3 of 5

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