Serving 736 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Garvy J Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garvy J Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Garvy J Elementary School's student population of 736 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
736 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Garvy J Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garvy J Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1340 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
36%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garvy J Elementary School's ranking?
Garvy J Elementary School is ranked #1340 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Garvy J Elementary School often compared to?
Garvy J Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oriole Park Elementary School, Beard Elementary School, Dirksen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Garvy J Elementary School?
736 students attend Garvy J Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Garvy J Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garvy J Elementary School?
Garvy J Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garvy J Elementary School offer ?
Garvy J Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Garvy J Elementary School part of?
Garvy J Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Garvy J Elementary School located?
Garvy J Elementary School is located in the Union Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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