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Thorp J N Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
8914 S Buffalo Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,321 of 3,813
In Chicago
#358 of 630
public schools
In district
#351 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
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Thorp J N Elem School
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About Thorp J N Elem School
Thorp J N Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Thorp J N Elem School serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Thorp J N Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,321 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Thorp J N Elem School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Thorp J N 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.
41% of students at Thorp J N 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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Thorp J N Elem School — Students at Thorp J N Elem School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95%
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: 6.3/10.
How Thorp J N Elem School Compares
See how Thorp J N Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8914 S Buffalo Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thorp J N Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEARN Chtr - South Chicago Campus (rated 7.1/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sullivan Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SACRED HEART SCHOOL-96TH (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEARN Chtr - South Chicago Campus Chicago | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL - EXCHANGE Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Mireles Elem Academy Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Sullivan Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| EPIC Academy High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Bowen High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Noble St Chtr-Baker Campus Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Ninos Heroes Elem Academic Ctr Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL-96TH Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Great Lakes Academy Charter ES Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Marsh Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Taylor Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Coles Elem Language Academy Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Hoyne Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Bradwell Comm Arts & Sci Elem Sch Chicago | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Gallistel Elem Language Academy Chicago | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Chicago Vocational Career Acad HS Chicago | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Powell Elem Paideia Comm Academy Chicago | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Warren Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,237
Median Home Value
$168,200
Median Rent
$1,010/mo
Population
79,284
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
37.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.2%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aldridge Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.7 |
| CARDINAL JOSEPH BERNARDIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orland Hills, IL | 5.7 |
| Crete Elementary School Crete, IL | 5.7 |
| DeSoto Elementary School De Soto, IL | 5.7 |
| Elizabeth Graham Elem School Springfield, IL | 5.7 |
| Finkl Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thorp J N Elem School
What grades does Thorp J N Elem School serve?
Thorp J N Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Thorp J N Elem School?
Thorp J N Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thorp J N Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thorp J N Elem School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thorp J N Elem School rank in IL?
Thorp J N Elem School ranks #2,321 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Thorp J N Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thorp J N Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Thorp J N Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thorp J N Elem School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Thorp J N Elem School a charter school?
No, Thorp J N Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thorp J N Elem School a Title I school?
No, Thorp J N Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thorp J N Elem School?
95.0% of students at Thorp J N 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 319
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.1%
- Phone
- (773) 535-6250
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #351 of 621
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