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Reilly Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

3650 W School St, Chicago, IL 60618

Enrollment

528

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,240 of 3,813

In Chicago

#348 of 630

public schools

In district

#341 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Reilly Elem School

5.8/10

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

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7.2/10

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About Reilly Elem School

Reilly Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Reilly Elem School serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Reilly Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,240 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Reilly Elem School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% 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 Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism28%

Reilly Elem School — Students at Reilly Elem School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.6% (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
73%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
13%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Reilly Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in IL
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

Location

3650 W School St, Chicago, IL 60618

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Reilly Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elem (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garcia Lorca Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CICS - Irving Park Campus (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Garcia Lorca Elem School Chicago 0.3 mi 7.2
Aspira Charter - Bus and Fin Chicago 0.4 mi 6.1
YCCS-ASPIRA Pantoja Alt HS Chicago 0.5 mi 5.8
Murphy Elem School Chicago 0.6 mi 4.8
ASPIRA Charter - Early College Pr Chicago 0.5 mi 6.4
Disney II Magnet HS Chicago 0.7 mi 7.7
Monroe Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 5.8
CICS - Irving Park Campus Chicago 0.8 mi 7.0
ST VIATOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 0.7 mi 5.9
Avondale - Logandale Elem Sch Chicago 0.8 mi 5.0
Scammon Elem School Chicago 0.7 mi 6.9
Disney II Elem School Chicago 0.8 mi 6.0
Cleveland Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 5.4
Linne Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 7.0
Schurz High School Chicago 0.9 mi 7.0
Henry Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 5.9
GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chicago 1.3 mi
GATEWAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 1.4 mi
GREENFIELDS ACADEMY Chicago 1.0 mi 6.8
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elem Chicago 1.1 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,558

Median Home Value

$538,300

Median Rent

$1,534/mo

Population

91,896

College Educated

55.4%

Homeownership

48.6%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

35.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Reilly Elem School

What grades does Reilly Elem School serve?

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

How many students attend Reilly Elem School?

Reilly Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Reilly Elem School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Reilly Elem School rank in IL?

Reilly Elem School ranks #2,240 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Reilly Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Reilly 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 Reilly Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Reilly Elem School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Reilly Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Reilly Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

75.9% of students at Reilly 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
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
73 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

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