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Peck Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

3826 W 58th St, Chicago, IL 60629

Enrollment

758

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,238 of 3,813

In Chicago

#346 of 630

public schools

In district

#339 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Peck Elem School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Peck Elem School

Peck Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Peck Elem School serves approximately 758 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Peck Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,238 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Peck Elem School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% 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 Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)8% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Peck Elem School — Students at Peck Elem School score 12% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.1% (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
82%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
12%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Peck Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in IL
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

Location

3826 W 58th St, Chicago, IL 60629

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peck Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lee Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sandoval Elem School (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Monarcas Academy (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LOS PEQUENOS ANGELITOS Chicago 0.4 mi
Hancock College Preparatory HS Chicago 0.4 mi 9.1
Richardson Middle School Chicago 0.4 mi 7.5
Hubbard High School Chicago 0.6 mi 7.0
ST NICHOLAS TOLENTINE SCHOOL Chicago 0.5 mi 4.5
Sandoval Elem School Chicago 0.5 mi 6.7
Hernandez Middle School Chicago 0.6 mi 5.1
Solorio Academy High School Chicago 0.6 mi 7.9
Monarcas Academy Chicago 0.6 mi 6.5
Pasteur Elem School Chicago 0.7 mi 6.3
Curie Metropolitan High School Chicago 1.0 mi 7.0
Lee Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 6.9
ST GALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 0.9 mi 5.4
Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar Chicago 1.0 mi 6.4
Acero Chtr Sch Netwrk- Victoria Chicago 1.1 mi 6.0
Sawyer Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 4.3
Eberhart Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 4.9
Edwards Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 4.3
ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Chicago 1.1 mi 5.2
ST RICHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 1.2 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,813

Median Home Value

$236,300

Median Rent

$1,106/mo

Population

109,292

College Educated

14.3%

Homeownership

61.2%

Avg Commute

36.1 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peck Elem School

What grades does Peck Elem School serve?

Peck Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Peck Elem School?

Peck Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 758 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Peck Elem School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Peck Elem School rank in IL?

Peck Elem School ranks #2,238 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Peck Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Peck 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 Peck Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peck Elem School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Peck Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Peck Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

90.4% of students at Peck 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
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
758
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

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