Serving 904 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bateman 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bateman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bateman Elementary School's student population of 904 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
904 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1921
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Empowered • Be Inclusive • Be Kind
School Rankings
Bateman 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 Bateman Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2008 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
67%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
20%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bateman Elementary School's ranking?
Bateman Elementary School is ranked #2008 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bateman Elementary School often compared to?
Bateman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Audubon Elementary School, Bell Elementary School, Cleveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bateman Elementary School?
904 students attend Bateman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bateman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bateman Elementary School?
Bateman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bateman Elementary School offer ?
Bateman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bateman Elementary School part of?
Bateman Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Bateman Elementary School located?
Bateman Elementary School is located in the Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other public schools located in Irving Park.
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