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Perez Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

1241 W 19th St, Chicago, IL 60608

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,149 of 3,813

In Chicago

#331 of 630

public schools

In district

#325 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Perez Elem School

5.9/10

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

St Procopius School

6.0/10

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4.9/10

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About Perez Elem School

Perez Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Perez Elem School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Perez Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,149 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Perez Elem School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)10% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism25.5%

Perez Elem School — Students at Perez Elem School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (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
81%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
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: 5.1/10.

How Perez Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
44th percentile in IL
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

Location

1241 W 19th St, Chicago, IL 60608

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Perez Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STEM Magnet Academy Elem (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is URBAN PRAIRIE WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, URBAN PRAIRIE (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PROCOPIUS SCHOOL Chicago 0.2 mi 6.0
Pilsen Elem Community Academy Chicago 0.3 mi 4.9
Jungman Elem School Chicago 0.4 mi 7.5
Juarez Community Academy HS Chicago 0.4 mi 6.4
ST PIUS V SCHOOL Chicago 0.4 mi 5.6
Chicago Technology Academy HS Chicago 0.5 mi 5.3
CITY GARDEN WALDORF SCHOOL Chicago 0.5 mi
Cooper Elem Dual Language Academy Chicago 0.5 mi 7.2
Walsh Elem School Chicago 0.5 mi 3.4
Acero Chtr - Bartolome de las Chicago 0.6 mi 6.5
Smyth J Elem School Chicago 0.7 mi 5.6
URBAN PRAIRIE Chicago 0.8 mi 8.2
URBAN PRAIRIE WALDORF SCHOOL Chicago 0.8 mi 8.3
ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREP Chicago 0.9 mi 6.6
ST THERESE SCHOOL WEST Chicago 1.0 mi 7.7
STEM Magnet Academy Elem Chicago 1.0 mi 9.2
Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd Chicago 1.1 mi 7.9
Whittier Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 6.0
Orozco Elem Fine Arts & Sciences Chicago 0.9 mi 7.7
Holden Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,704

Median Home Value

$341,500

Median Rent

$1,208/mo

Population

81,459

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

40.2%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Perez Elem School

What grades does Perez Elem School serve?

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

How many students attend Perez Elem School?

Perez Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Perez Elem School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Perez Elem School rank in IL?

Perez Elem School ranks #2,149 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Perez Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Perez Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Perez Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Perez Elem School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Perez Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Perez Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

86.1% of students at Perez 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
68 Good Transit
Bike Score
99 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

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