Below Average
#3190 of 3,813 schools in IL
Shoesmith Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
1330 E 50th St, Chicago, IL 60615
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,190 of 3,813
In Chicago
#529 of 630
public schools
In district
#521 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
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Shoesmith Elem School
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About Shoesmith Elem School
Shoesmith Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Shoesmith Elem School serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shoesmith Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,190 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Shoesmith Elem School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Shoesmith Elem 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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Shoesmith Elem School — Students at Shoesmith Elem School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
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: 4.7/10.
How Shoesmith Elem School Compares
See how Shoesmith Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1330 E 50th St, Chicago, IL 60615
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shoesmith Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANCONA SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AKIBA-SCHECHTER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHICAGO FREE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANCONA SCHOOL Chicago | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| CHICAGO FREE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Kenwood Academy High School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Murray Elem Language Academy Chicago | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Ariel Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Univ of Chicago Chtr-Nth Kenwood Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Kozminski Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| AKIBA-SCHECHTER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Reavis Elem Math & Sci Spec Schl Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Ray Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| King College Prep High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Bronzeville Academy Charter Sch Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Robinson Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Bret Harte Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| UNIV OF CHICAGO LAB SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Woodson South Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Carnegie Elem School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| HOLY ANGELS Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,105
Median Home Value
$305,200
Median Rent
$1,444/mo
Population
42,752
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
31.9%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
35.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shoesmith Elem School
What grades does Shoesmith Elem School serve?
Shoesmith Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Shoesmith Elem School?
Shoesmith Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shoesmith Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shoesmith Elem School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shoesmith Elem School rank in IL?
Shoesmith Elem School ranks #3,190 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Shoesmith Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shoesmith Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Shoesmith Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shoesmith Elem School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Shoesmith Elem School a charter school?
No, Shoesmith Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shoesmith Elem School a Title I school?
No, Shoesmith Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shoesmith Elem School?
74.6% of students at Shoesmith 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (773) 535-1764
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #521 of 621
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