Below Average
#2982 of 3,813 schools in IL
Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
4600 S Hermitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,982 of 3,813
In Chicago
#484 of 630
public schools
In district
#476 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
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Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac
Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,982 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac 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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Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac — Students at Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac score 6% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
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: 4.2/10.
How Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac Compares
See how Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4600 S Hermitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chavez Elem Multicultural Acad Ct (rated 6.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fulton Elem School (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greene N Elem School (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lara Elem Academy Chicago | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Chavez Elem Multicultural Acad Ct Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Hedges Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Daley Elem Academy Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Hamline Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Back of The Yards IB HS Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Richards Career Academy HS Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Fulton Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Namaste Elem Charter School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 1.9 |
| CICS - Basil Campus Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Libby Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Horizon Science Acad-McKinley Pk Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Christopher Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Evergreen Academy Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Horizon Sci Acad - Southwest Chtr Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Henderson Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Thomas Early Childhood Center Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Greene N Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Sherman Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,142
Median Home Value
$251,600
Median Rent
$1,070/mo
Population
64,268
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
35.2
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| Carl Sandburg Elem School Charleston, IL | 4.9 |
| Catalyst Charter-Circle Rock ES Chicago, IL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac
What grades does Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac serve?
Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac?
Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac?
The student-teacher ratio at Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac rank in IL?
Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac ranks #2,982 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac's MySchoolScout rating?
Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac a charter school?
No, Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac a Title I school?
No, Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac?
98.8% of students at Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac 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
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.8%
- Phone
- (773) 535-4890
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #476 of 621
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