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#3501 of 3,813 schools in IL

Sutherland Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

10015 S Leavitt St, Chicago, IL 60643

Enrollment

631

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,501 of 3,813

In Chicago

#582 of 630

public schools

In district

#573 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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4.0/10

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About Sutherland Elem School

Sutherland Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Sutherland Elem School serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sutherland Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,501 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Sutherland Elem School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

Sutherland Elem School — Students at Sutherland Elem School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
23%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Sutherland Elem School Compares

See how Sutherland Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
8th percentile in IL
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

Location

10015 S Leavitt St, Chicago, IL 60643

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sutherland Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BARNABAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southeast Elem School (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Evergreen Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northeast Elem School (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Evergreen Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST BARNABAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 0.4 mi 6.7
ALL DAY MONTESSORI Chicago 0.5 mi
BEVERLY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 0.5 mi
ST JOHN FISHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 0.7 mi 4.8
Vanderpoel Elem Magnet School Chicago 0.8 mi 3.3
Kellogg Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 5.8
CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 1.0 mi 6.5
THE NAUTILUS SCHOOL Chicago 1.0 mi
Clissold Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 4.3
Barnard Elem Comp Math & Sci Ctr Chicago 1.0 mi 5.0
Southeast Elem School Evergreen Park 1.0 mi 6.7
CICS - Loomis Primary Campus Chicago 1.2 mi 4.1
Morgan Park High School Chicago 1.4 mi 5.6
ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL Chicago 1.2 mi 4.9
Julian High School Chicago 1.2 mi 4.9
CICS - Longwood Campus Chicago 1.3 mi 5.6
UNITED EDUCATIONAL CULTURAL ACADEMY Chicago 1.2 mi
Esmond Elem School Chicago 1.6 mi 5.2
Northeast Elem School Evergreen Park 1.5 mi 6.7
Evergreen Park High School Evergreen Park 1.3 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,015

Median Home Value

$233,900

Median Rent

$1,359/mo

Population

47,802

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

35.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sutherland Elem School

What grades does Sutherland Elem School serve?

Sutherland Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Sutherland Elem School?

Sutherland Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sutherland Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sutherland 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 Sutherland Elem School rank in IL?

Sutherland Elem School ranks #3,501 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Sutherland Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sutherland Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Sutherland Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sutherland Elem School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sutherland Elem School a charter school?

No, Sutherland Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sutherland Elem School a Title I school?

No, Sutherland Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sutherland Elem School?

36.3% of students at Sutherland 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

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