Ross Elementary School serves 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 25% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 25% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)25%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)25%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
100%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
30%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average).
How many students attend Ross Elementary School?
320 students attend Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ross Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ross Elementary School?
Ross Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ross Elementary School offer ?
Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ross Elementary School part of?
Ross Elementary School is part of Chicago 51爆料s District 299.
Recent Articles
Bullying Prevention in 51爆料s: Family Guide 2026
Explore effective strategies for bullying prevention in public schools and what families need to know in 2026.
Understanding Your Child鈥檚 IEP or 504 Plan Before School Ends
Learn how to review, understand, and prepare your child鈥檚 IEP or 504 plan before the school year ends. Expert guidance for parents in 2026.
51爆料s Supporting Student Mental Health in 2026
Learn how public schools are supporting student mental health in 2026 through counseling programs, wellness initiatives, and expanded services.
