Excellent
#147 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 4% in state
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
4120 W 57th St, Chicago, IL 60629
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Chicago
#13 of 629
public schools
Illinois elementary schools
#109 of 2,326
In district
#13 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz
Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz is a regular public elementary school in Chicago, Illinois, serving 488 students from pre-K through 7th grade. At 16.3 students per teacher, the school maintains a ratio that supports focused instruction at every grade level. The school earns a composite score of 9.2 out of 10, an Exceptional rating.
Academic performance scores 8.4. The student growth score reaches a perfect 10.0 — growth scores measure how much students advance relative to academic peers, and a 10.0 means students here are outpacing comparable students across Illinois. That growth score pushes the composite well above what academics alone would produce.
The rankings reflect those numbers directly. Sor Juana sits 6th out of 630 public schools in Chicago and outperforms 98% of public schools statewide. Combined, a top-10 city rank and a statewide top-2% position place Sor Juana among a very small group of Illinois public elementary schools where both academic achievement and student progress score at the highest levels.
For families comparing elementary options in Chicago, few public schools in the city produce numbers this strong.
Score Breakdown
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Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz — Students at Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 3 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz Compares
See how Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 22% (2021) to 42% (2022).
Location
4120 W 57th St, Chicago, IL 60629
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. POPE JOHN XXIII SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Evanston), with a comparable rating. Another option is Dawes Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Evanston), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jordan Elem Community School (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines de la Chicago | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| NORTHSIDE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Chicago | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| KINGDOM ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER Chicago | 0.2 mi | — |
| Armstrong G Elem IntL Studies Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Jordan Elem Community School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| GUIDANCE EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Oakton Elem School Evanston | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Rogers Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Chute Middle School Evanston | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| BETHESDA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Chicago Math & Sci Elem Charter Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Gale Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| THE FAMILY MATTERS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| New Field Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| POPE JOHN XXIII SCHOOL Evanston | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Field Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ABC ACADEMY Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| LUBAVITCH MESIVTA OF CHICAGO Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Dawes Elementary School Evanston | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,813
Median Home Value
$236,300
Median Rent
$1,106/mo
Population
109,292
College Educated
14.3%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
36.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz has a median household income of $58,813. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $236,300, with a median rent of $1,106/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.2%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHICAGO, LINCOLN P Chicago, IL | 8.7 |
| Bell-Graham Elementary School Saint Charles, IL | 8.7 |
| Brentwood Elem School Des Plaines, IL | 8.7 |
| Centennial School Orland Park, IL | 8.7 |
| Field Elem School Elmhurst, IL | 8.7 |
| Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park, IL | 8.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz
What grades does Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz serve?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz?
The student-teacher ratio at Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz rank in IL?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is ranked #147 out of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz's MySchoolScout rating?
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz has 27.0% math proficiency and 32.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz a charter school?
No, Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz a Title I school?
No, Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz?
50.0% of students at Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz 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
- Walk Score
- 79 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 72 Excellent Transit
- Bike Score
- 73 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (4,030/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 535-8280
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #13 of 621
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