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Stagg Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
7424 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60621
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,584 of 3,813
In Chicago
#416 of 630
public schools
In district
#409 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
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Stagg Elem School
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Stagg Elem School
Stagg Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Stagg Elem School serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Stagg Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,584 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Stagg Elem School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Stagg Elem School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
32% of students at Stagg 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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Stagg Elem School — Students at Stagg Elem School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
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: 6.8/10.
How Stagg Elem School Compares
See how Stagg Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7424 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60621
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stagg Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montessori of Englewood Chtr ES (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gresham Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bond Elem School (rated 5.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oglesby Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Bond Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ST SABINA ACADEMY Chicago | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| LEO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| King Academy of Social Justice Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| YCCS-Community Youth Dev Inst HS Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Wentworth Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Mays Elem Academy Chicago | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Bass Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Harvard Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Cook Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Cuffe Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy Chicago | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Westcott Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Englewood STEM High School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Kershaw Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Simeon Career Academy High School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Parker Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Montessori of Englewood Chtr ES Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Gresham Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| RAEKWON'S SCHOLASTIC DAYCARE ACADEMY LLC Chicago | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,235
Median Home Value
$161,900
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
27,318
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
25%
Avg Commute
39.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
| CALVARY ACADEMY South Holland, IL | 5.4 |
| Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High Sch Hardin, IL | 5.4 |
| Carolyn Wenz Elem School Paris, IL | 5.4 |
| Carrier Mills-Stonefort Elem Sch Carrier Mills, IL | 5.4 |
| Carroll Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stagg Elem School
What grades does Stagg Elem School serve?
Stagg Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Stagg Elem School?
Stagg Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stagg Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Stagg Elem School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stagg Elem School rank in IL?
Stagg Elem School ranks #2,584 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Stagg Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Stagg Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Stagg Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stagg Elem School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Stagg Elem School a charter school?
No, Stagg Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stagg Elem School a Title I school?
No, Stagg Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stagg Elem School?
77.9% of students at Stagg 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
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (773) 535-3565
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #409 of 621
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