Average
#1367 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 36% in state
Sadlowski Elementary School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
3930 E 105th St, Chicago, IL 60617
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,367 of 3,813
In Chicago
#188 of 630
public schools
In district
#185 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Sadlowski Elementary School
Sadlowski Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Sadlowski Elementary School serves approximately 659 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sadlowski Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,367 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Sadlowski Elementary School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sadlowski Elementary 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.
45% of students at Sadlowski Elementary 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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Sadlowski Elementary School — Students at Sadlowski Elementary School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 13 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: 9.2/10.
How Sadlowski Elementary School Compares
See how Sadlowski Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3930 E 105th St, Chicago, IL 60617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sadlowski Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Whiting), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEARN Chtr - South Chicago Campus (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sullivan Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gallistel Elem Language Academy Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Addams Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Taylor Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ANNUNCIATA SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Washington G Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Washington G High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Marsh Elem School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL-96TH Chicago | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Sch Whiting | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Thorp J N Elem School Chicago | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| LEARN Chtr - South Chicago Campus Chicago | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Bright Elem School Chicago | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Whiting | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Mireles Elem Academy Chicago | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL - EXCHANGE Chicago | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Whiting High School Whiting | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Bowen High School Chicago | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Noble St Chtr-Baker Campus Chicago | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Sullivan Elem School Chicago | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,237
Median Home Value
$168,200
Median Rent
$1,010/mo
Population
79,284
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
37.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.2%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert Cassens Elementary Glen Carbon, IL | 6.8 |
| Audubon Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.8 |
| Autumn Creek Elem Sch Yorkville, IL | 6.8 |
| Brookdale Elementary School Naperville, IL | 6.8 |
| Churchill Elem School Glen Ellyn, IL | 6.8 |
| Davenport Elem School Eureka, IL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sadlowski Elementary School
What grades does Sadlowski Elementary School serve?
Sadlowski Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sadlowski Elementary School?
Sadlowski Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 659 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sadlowski Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sadlowski Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sadlowski Elementary School rank in IL?
Sadlowski Elementary School ranks #1,367 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Sadlowski Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sadlowski Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Sadlowski Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sadlowski Elementary School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Sadlowski Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sadlowski Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sadlowski Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sadlowski Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sadlowski Elementary School?
84.1% of students at Sadlowski Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 659
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.4%
- Phone
- (773) 535-8040
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #185 of 621
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