Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brown R Elementary Community Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown R Elementary Community Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brown R Elementary Community Academy's student population of 290 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown R Elementary Community Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown R Elementary Community Academy is 0.04, 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
#3151 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
98%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
43%
27%
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 Brown R Elementary Community Academy's ranking?
Brown R Elementary Community Academy is ranked #3151 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Brown R Elementary Community Academy often compared to?
Brown R Elementary Community Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dunne Technology Academy Elementary School, Curtis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brown R Elementary Community Academy?
290 students attend Brown R Elementary Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Brown R Elementary Community Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brown R Elementary Community Academy?
Brown R Elementary Community Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brown R Elementary Community Academy offer ?
Brown R Elementary Community Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Brown R Elementary Community Academy part of?
Brown R Elementary Community Academy is part of Chicago 51爆料s Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brown R Elementary Community Academy located?
Brown R Elementary Community Academy is located in the West Pullman neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in West Pullman.
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