Below Average
#3061 of 3,813 schools in IL
Yates Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
1839 N Richmond St, Chicago, IL 60647
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,061 of 3,813
In Chicago
#507 of 630
public schools
In district
#499 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Yates Elem School
Yates Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Yates Elem School serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Yates Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,061 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Yates Elem School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Yates Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
41% of students at Yates 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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Yates Elem School — Students at Yates Elem School 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
95.4%
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: 3.6/10.
How Yates Elem School Compares
See how Yates Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1839 N Richmond St, Chicago, IL 60647
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yates Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN BERCHMANS SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Acero Chtr - Esmera Santiago Cmps (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pulaski Intl Sch of Chicago (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SALEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AKA NEW LIFE ACADEMY Chicago | 0.2 mi | — |
| NEW LIFE ACADEMY Chicago | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Moos Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Chase Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Erie Elem Charter School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Darwin Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Goethe Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| YCCS-Albizu Campos Puerto Rican Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Lowell Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Stowe Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| SCUOLA ITALIANA ENRICO FERMI Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| YCCS-Association House Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOHN BERCHMANS SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Chicago HS for the Arts Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Pulaski Intl Sch of Chicago Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| JOSEPHINUM ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| De Diego Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Acero Chtr - Esmera Santiago Cmps Chicago | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| UCAN ACADEMY Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,851
Median Home Value
$557,300
Median Rent
$1,714/mo
Population
85,589
College Educated
60.9%
Homeownership
38.3%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chase Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.8 |
| Drake Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.8 |
| Goshen Elementary Edwardsville, IL | 4.8 |
| Grant Elem School Melrose Park, IL | 4.8 |
| Harry E Fry School Burbank, IL | 4.8 |
| Henry-Senachwine Grade School Henry, IL | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yates Elem School
What grades does Yates Elem School serve?
Yates Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Yates Elem School?
Yates Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yates Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Yates Elem School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yates Elem School rank in IL?
Yates Elem School ranks #3,061 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Yates Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Yates Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Yates Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yates Elem School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Yates Elem School a charter school?
No, Yates Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yates Elem School a Title I school?
No, Yates Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yates Elem School?
95.4% of students at Yates 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
- 307
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (773) 534-4550
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #499 of 621
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