Below Average
#3348 of 3,813 schools in IL
Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
3200 S Calumet Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,348 of 3,813
In Chicago
#561 of 630
public schools
In district
#552 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet
Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,348 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% 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
30% of students at Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet 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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Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet — Students at Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
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: 2.1/10.
How Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet Compares
See how Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3200 S Calumet Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bronzeville Classical Elem Sch (rated 9.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JEROME SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ward J Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS Chicago | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Chicago Military Academy HS Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| DE LA SALLE INSTITUTE - INSTITUTE CAMPUS Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| James R Doolittle Academy Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| YCCS-McKinley-Lakeside Leadership Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MCKINLEY LAKESIDE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Wells Preparatory Elem Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Perspectives Chtr - IIT Campus Chicago | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Phillips Academy High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Drake Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Univ of Chicago Chtr-Donoghue Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| Air Force Acad High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| HOLY ANGELS Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Bronzeville Classical Elem Sch Chicago | 1.2 mi | 9.8 |
| Ward J Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| National Teachers Elem Academy Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,841
Median Home Value
$387,300
Median Rent
$1,329/mo
Population
54,456
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
39.3%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
37.4
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 |
| Boulder Hill Elem School Montgomery, 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet
What grades does Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet serve?
Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet?
Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet?
The student-teacher ratio at Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet rank in IL?
Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet ranks #3,348 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?
Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet 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 Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet a charter school?
No, Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet a Title I school?
No, Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet?
83.1% of students at Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet 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
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (773) 534-9272
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #552 of 621
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