Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Spry Elementary Community 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spry Elementary Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Spry Elementary Community School's student population of 304 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission at John Spry Community School is to provide a quality learning experience, integrating bilingual education, the Fine and Performing Arts and technology while nurturing the whole child in a global community.
School Rankings
Spry Elementary Community 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 Spry Elementary Community School is 0.08, 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
#3443 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
39%
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 Spry Elementary Community School's ranking?
Spry Elementary Community School is ranked #3443 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Spry Elementary Community School?
304 students attend Spry Elementary Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Spry Elementary Community School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spry Elementary Community School?
Spry Elementary Community School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spry Elementary Community School offer ?
Spry Elementary Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Spry Elementary Community School part of?
Spry Elementary Community School is part of Chicago 51±¬ÁÏs Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Spry Elementary Community School located?
Spry Elementary Community School is located in the Marshall Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Marshall Square.
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