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#2745 of 3,813 schools in IL
Smyser Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
4310 N Melvina Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
Enrollment
765
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
765
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,745 of 3,813
In Chicago
#440 of 630
public schools
In district
#433 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Smyser Elem School
Smyser Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Smyser Elem School serves approximately 765 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Smyser Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,745 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Smyser Elem School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Smyser 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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Smyser Elem School — Students at Smyser Elem School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
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: 3.5/10.
How Smyser Elem School Compares
See how Smyser Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4310 N Melvina Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smyser Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beard Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Union Ridge Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Harwood Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CONSTANCE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| POPE FRANCIS GLOBAL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ST ROBERT BELLARMINE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Prussing Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Rickover Naval Academy High Schl Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Beard Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| ST CONSTANCE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Union Ridge Elem School Harwood Heights | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Chicago Academy Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Chicago Academy High School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Bridge Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Garvy J Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Portage Park Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Reinberg Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ICCI ACADEMY Chicago | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ST FERDINAND PARISH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Steinmetz College Prep HS Chicago | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Hitch Elem School Chicago | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Lyon Elem School Chicago | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Farnsworth Elem School Chicago | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60634 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,997
Median Home Value
$333,900
Median Rent
$1,271/mo
Population
74,418
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Addams Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.2 |
| Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Cntr Peoria, IL | 5.2 |
| Canterbury Elem School Crystal Lake, IL | 5.2 |
| Charles Reed Elementary Sch Plainfield, IL | 5.2 |
| Denning Elementary School West Frankfort, IL | 5.2 |
| Dever Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smyser Elem School
What grades does Smyser Elem School serve?
Smyser Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Smyser Elem School?
Smyser Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 765 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smyser Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Smyser Elem School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Smyser Elem School rank in IL?
Smyser Elem School ranks #2,745 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Smyser Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Smyser Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Smyser Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Smyser Elem School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Smyser Elem School a charter school?
No, Smyser Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Smyser Elem School a Title I school?
No, Smyser Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Smyser Elem School?
66.3% of students at Smyser 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 765
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (773) 534-3711
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #433 of 621
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