Below Average
#3127 of 3,813 schools in IL
Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
4320 W 5th Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,127 of 3,813
In Chicago
#515 of 630
public schools
In district
#507 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad
Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,127 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad — Students at Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad score 7% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
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: 2.6/10.
How Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad Compares
See how Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4320 W 5th Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Acad (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Herzl Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Cicero), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Webster Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Hefferan Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Frazier Perspectives Magnet ES Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| CHICAGO WEST SIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Legal Prep Academy Charter HS Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| YCCS-CCA Academy HS Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Melody Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Hughes C Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| GREATER ROCK GIFTED LEARNING ACADEMY Chicago | 0.6 mi | — |
| Tilton Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| YCCS-Scholastic Achievement HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy Chicago | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Mason Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Ericson Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP Chicago Chrtrs - Ascend Acad Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Penn Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Herzl Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Leland Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Liberty Elem School Cicero | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PROVIDENCE ST. MEL SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,607
Median Home Value
$223,200
Median Rent
$1,152/mo
Population
35,711
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
26.4%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
36.1%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashton-Franklin Center Elem Sch Franklin Grove, IL | 4.7 |
| Belle Alexander Elem School Kewanee, IL | 4.7 |
| Bennett Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.7 |
| Bruning Elem School Wilmington, IL | 4.7 |
| Elmwood Elem School Zion, IL | 4.7 |
| Gen George Patton Elem School Riverdale, IL | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad
What grades does Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad serve?
Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad?
Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad?
The student-teacher ratio at Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad rank in IL?
Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad ranks #3,127 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad's MySchoolScout rating?
Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad a charter school?
No, Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad a Title I school?
No, Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad?
94.6% of students at Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 203
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (773) 534-6730
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #507 of 621
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