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Portage Park Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
5330 W Berteau Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
Enrollment
894
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
894
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,142 of 3,813
In Chicago
#324 of 630
public schools
In district
#318 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Portage Park Elem School
Portage Park Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Portage Park Elem School serves approximately 894 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Portage Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,142 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Portage Park Elem School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Portage Park 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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Portage Park Elem School — Students at Portage Park Elem School score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.5%
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: 4.8/10.
How Portage Park Elem School Compares
See how Portage Park Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5330 W Berteau Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Portage Park Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beaubien Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CONSTANCE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIDS IN HARMONY DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.4 mi | — |
| Rickover Naval Academy High Schl Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Gray Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Prussing Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Beaubien Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Reinberg Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ST CONSTANCE SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ST ROBERT BELLARMINE SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Foreman High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| MIDWESTERN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| POPE FRANCIS GLOBAL ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Chicago Academy Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Chicago Academy High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| CASA DEI BAMBINI - MONTESSORI OF MAYFAIR Chicago | 1.3 mi | — |
| Smyser Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Farnsworth Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST FERDINAND PARISH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ST EDWARD SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,649
Median Home Value
$373,200
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
67,400
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
52.6%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Richland County Elementary School Olney, IL | 5.9 |
| Stuart R Paddock School Palatine, IL | 5.9 |
| Whitney Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.9 |
| YESHIVAS TIFERES TZVI Chicago, IL | 5.9 |
| Benton Grade Sch K-4 Benton, IL | 6.0 |
| Brook Park Elem School La Grange Park, IL | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Portage Park Elem School
What grades does Portage Park Elem School serve?
Portage Park Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Portage Park Elem School?
Portage Park Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 894 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Portage Park Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Portage Park 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 Portage Park Elem School rank in IL?
Portage Park Elem School ranks #2,142 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Portage Park Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Portage Park 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 Portage Park Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Portage Park Elem School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Portage Park Elem School a charter school?
No, Portage Park Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Portage Park Elem School a Title I school?
No, Portage Park Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Portage Park Elem School?
69.5% of students at Portage Park 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 894
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (773) 534-3576
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #318 of 621
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