Below Average
#3350 of 3,813 schools in IL
Sayre Elem Language Academy
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
1850 N Newland Ave, Chicago, IL 60707
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,350 of 3,813
In Chicago
#563 of 630
public schools
In district
#554 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Sayre Elem Language Academy
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sayre Elem Language Academy
Sayre Elem Language Academy is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Sayre Elem Language Academy serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sayre Elem Language Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,350 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Sayre Elem Language Academy show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Sayre Elem Language Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
43% of students at Sayre Elem Language Academy 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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Sayre Elem Language Academy — Students at Sayre Elem Language Academy score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.7%
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: 2.9/10.
How Sayre Elem Language Academy Compares
See how Sayre Elem Language Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1850 N Newland Ave, Chicago, IL 60707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sayre Elem Language Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willard Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby River Forest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Horace Mann Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALCUIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elem Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL River Forest | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Lovett Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL River Forest | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| PACTT LEARNING CENTER Oak Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| CHANGING OASIS, INC Chicago | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Elm Middle School Elmwood Park | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| ST VINCENT FERRER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL River Forest | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Burbank Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| CONCORDIA UNIV EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER River Forest | 1.1 mi | — |
| William Hatch Elem School Oak Park | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Elmwood Elem School Elmwood Park | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Locke J Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Oliver W Holmes Elem School Oak Park | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Willard Elem School River Forest | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| ALCUIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Whittier Elem School Oak Park | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| CICS - West Belden Campus Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,746
Median Home Value
$315,300
Median Rent
$1,309/mo
Population
40,897
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Annette Officer Elementary East Saint Louis, IL | 4.3 |
| Barack Obama Sch of Ldership Chicago Heights, IL | 4.3 |
| Boulder Hill Elem School Montgomery, IL | 4.3 |
| CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yorkville, IL | 4.3 |
| Clissold Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.3 |
| Eastwood Elem School East Alton, IL | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sayre Elem Language Academy
What grades does Sayre Elem Language Academy serve?
Sayre Elem Language Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sayre Elem Language Academy?
Sayre Elem Language Academy has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sayre Elem Language Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sayre Elem Language Academy is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sayre Elem Language Academy rank in IL?
Sayre Elem Language Academy ranks #3,350 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Sayre Elem Language Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sayre Elem Language Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Sayre Elem Language Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sayre Elem Language Academy has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sayre Elem Language Academy a charter school?
No, Sayre Elem Language Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sayre Elem Language Academy a Title I school?
No, Sayre Elem Language Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sayre Elem Language Academy?
63.7% of students at Sayre Elem Language Academy 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
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.0%
- Phone
- (773) 534-3351
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #554 of 621
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