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Talcott Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

1840 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60622

Enrollment

465

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,897 of 3,813

In Chicago

#465 of 630

public schools

In district

#458 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Talcott Elem School

Talcott Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Talcott Elem School serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Talcott Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,897 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Talcott Elem School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

Talcott Elem School — Students at Talcott Elem School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.4% (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
84%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
24%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How Talcott Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in IL
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

Location

1840 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60622

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Talcott Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pritzker Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mitchell Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
WOLCOTT SCHOOL Chicago 0.1 mi 8.6
ESPERANZA THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Chicago 0.3 mi 6.6
Wells Community Academy HS Chicago 0.5 mi 6.1
Mitchell Elem School Chicago 0.5 mi 8.4
ST NICHOLAS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Chicago 0.5 mi 7.2
Otis Elem School Chicago 0.5 mi 4.3
Suder Montessori Elem Magnet Schl Chicago 0.7 mi 3.0
LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch Chicago 0.7 mi 8.8
Columbus Elem School Chicago 0.6 mi 6.0
Noble St Chtr-Golder College Prep Chicago 0.5 mi 6.9
Brown W Elem School Chicago 0.7 mi 5.6
Rudolph Elem Learning Center Chicago 0.7 mi
Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep Chicago 0.7 mi 7.4
ST MALACHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 0.8 mi 5.1
ST HELEN SCHOOL Chicago 0.8 mi 7.9
Noble St Chtr-Noble Campus Chicago 0.8 mi 6.8
Noble St Chtr-Chicago Bulls Prep Chicago 1.0 mi 6.7
HOLY TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 0.9 mi 7.2
Pritzker Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 8.8
NEAR NORTH MONTESSORI Chicago 0.9 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60622 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,852

Median Home Value

$622,900

Median Rent

$1,932/mo

Population

53,696

College Educated

72.8%

Homeownership

42%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

32.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Talcott Elem School

What grades does Talcott Elem School serve?

Talcott Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Talcott Elem School?

Talcott Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Talcott Elem School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Talcott Elem School rank in IL?

Talcott Elem School ranks #2,897 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Talcott Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Talcott Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Talcott Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Talcott Elem School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Talcott Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Talcott Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

72.9% of students at Talcott 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
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
72 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
98 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

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