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#430 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 11% in state

Sauganash Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

6040 N Kilpatrick Ave, Chicago, IL 60646

Enrollment

660

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#430 of 3,813

In Chicago

#49 of 630

public schools

In district

#49 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Sauganash Elem School

8.2/10

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

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About Sauganash Elem School

Sauganash Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Sauganash Elem School serves approximately 660 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sauganash Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #430 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Sauganash Elem School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

Sauganash Elem School — Students at Sauganash Elem School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.9% (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
94%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
45%
2022
ELA
49%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Sauganash Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in IL
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

Location

6040 N Kilpatrick Ave, Chicago, IL 60646

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sauganash Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgebrook Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fairview South Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Skokie), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SAUGANASH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 0.5 mi
Edgebrook Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 8.5
YESHIVA GEDOLA OF THE MIDWEST/YESHIVA EITZ CHAIM Chicago 0.9 mi 5.8
ALL ABOARD LEARNING EXPRESS Chicago 0.9 mi
CICS - Northtown Campus Chicago 1.0 mi 7.3
Palmer Elem School Chicago 1.3 mi 6.9
CASA DEI BAMBINI - MONTESSORI OF MAYFAIR Chicago 1.4 mi
Beaubien Elem School Chicago 1.4 mi 8.2
Fairview South Elementary School Skokie 1.4 mi 8.4
Solomon Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 8.3
Farnsworth Elem School Chicago 1.3 mi 7.4
HILLEL TORAH NORTH SUBURBAN DAY SCHOOL Skokie 1.5 mi 6.1
Lincoln Hall Middle School Lincolnwood 1.4 mi 7.5
FASMAN YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Skokie 1.5 mi 7.5
Rutledge Hall Elem School Lincolnwood 1.4 mi 6.9
Todd Hall Elem School Lincolnwood 1.5 mi 7.9
YESHIVAS MEOR HATORAH OF CHICAGO Chicago 1.4 mi 5.7
Volta Elem School Chicago 1.7 mi 5.6
ST EDWARD SCHOOL Chicago 2.0 mi 6.5
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago 2.1 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,115

Median Home Value

$493,600

Median Rent

$1,241/mo

Population

28,499

College Educated

57.5%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

42.8

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Arnold W Kruse Ed Center Orland Park, IL 8.2
Carl Sandburg Elem School Wheaton, IL 8.2
Clara Peterson Elem School Paxton, IL 8.2
Corron Elementary School South Elgin, IL 8.2
Hickory Grove Elementary School Dunlap, IL 8.2
Hoffman Elem School Glenview, IL 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sauganash Elem School

What grades does Sauganash Elem School serve?

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

How many students attend Sauganash Elem School?

Sauganash Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 660 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Sauganash Elem School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sauganash Elem School rank in IL?

Sauganash Elem School ranks #430 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Sauganash Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sauganash Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Sauganash Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sauganash Elem School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sauganash Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Sauganash Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

17.4% of students at Sauganash 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

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