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Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
8716 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60620
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,061 of 3,813
In Chicago
#306 of 630
public schools
In district
#300 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School
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About Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School
Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,061 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
38% of students at Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec 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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Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School — Students at Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
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: 6.5/10.
How Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School Compares
See how Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8716 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lenart Elem Regional Gifted Ctr (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gresham Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Turner-Drew Elem Language Academy (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gresham Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Jackson M Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Kipling Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Simeon Career Academy High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Noble St Chtr-Hansberry Prep Slvr Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Turner-Drew Elem Language Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Leadership Ac Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Perspectives Chtr - HS of Tech Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Westcott Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Cuffe Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Fort Dearborn Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| OAKDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & CHILD CARE CENTER Chicago | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Lenart Elem Regional Gifted Ctr Chicago | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| YCCS-Community Youth Dev Inst HS Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| LEO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CHRISTIAN S.T.E.M. SCHOLARS ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| RAEKWON'S SCHOLASTIC DAYCARE ACADEMY LLC Chicago | 1.2 mi | — |
| Evers Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Gillespie Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Neil Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,805
Median Home Value
$187,900
Median Rent
$1,093/mo
Population
66,511
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
49.8%
Avg Commute
38.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Altamont Grade School Altamont, IL | 6.0 |
| Bismarck-Henning Elem School Bismarck, IL | 6.0 |
| Carter Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Columbus Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Currier Elementary School West Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Dakota Elementary School Dakota, IL | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School
What grades does Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School serve?
Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School?
Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School rank in IL?
Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School ranks #2,061 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School a charter school?
No, Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School a Title I school?
No, Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School?
95.1% of students at Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec 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
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (773) 535-3843
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #300 of 621
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