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Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C

650 E 85th St
Chicago, IL 60619
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 185 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 185 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C's student population of 185 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C 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 Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
6-9%
27%
10-14%
30%
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
96%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
40%
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 Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C's ranking?
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C is ranked #2897 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C?
185 students attend Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C?
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C offer ?
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C part of?
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C is part of Chicago 51爆料s District 299.
In what neighborhood is Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C located?
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C is located in the South Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in South Side.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 185 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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