Serving 176 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cullen 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 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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cullen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Cullen Elementary School's student population of 176 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
176 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cullen 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 Cullen Elementary School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
96%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
44%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cullen Elementary School's ranking?
Cullen Elementary School is ranked #2897 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cullen Elementary School often compared to?
Cullen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poe Elementary Classical School, Bennett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 Cullen Elementary School?
176 students attend Cullen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Cullen Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cullen Elementary School?
Cullen Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cullen Elementary School offer ?
Cullen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cullen Elementary School part of?
Cullen Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Cullen Elementary School located?
Cullen Elementary School is located in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Roseland.
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