Serving 275 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kozminski Elementary Community Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy's student population of 275 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
Grow Teach Lead Inspire
School Rankings
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy 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 Kozminski Elementary Community Academy is 0.45, 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
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
72%
16%
White
5%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kozminski Elementary Community Academy's ranking?
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy is ranked #3087 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kozminski Elementary Community Academy often compared to?
Kozminski Elementary Community Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Burke Elementary School, Murray Elementary Language Academy, Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec 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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kozminski Elementary Community Academy?
275 students attend Kozminski Elementary Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Kozminski Elementary Community Academy students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kozminski Elementary Community Academy?
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kozminski Elementary Community Academy offer ?
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Kozminski Elementary Community Academy part of?
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Kozminski Elementary Community Academy located?
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Hyde Park.
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