Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2630 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
97%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
88%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School's ranking?
Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School is ranked #2630 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School?
534 students attend Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School?
Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School offer ?
Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School part of?
Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School is part of Chicago 51±¬ÁÏs Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School located?
Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elementary School is located in the Archer Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Archer Heights.
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