Serving 643 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Piccolo Elementary Specialty 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 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piccolo Elementary Specialty School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Piccolo Elementary Specialty School's student population of 643 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
643 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1919
School Calendar
School Motto
Building a community of learners
School Rankings
Piccolo Elementary Specialty 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 Piccolo Elementary Specialty School is 0.46, 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
#3517 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
67%
29%
Black
31%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
34%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piccolo Elementary Specialty School's ranking?
Piccolo Elementary Specialty School is ranked #3517 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Piccolo Elementary Specialty School?
643 students attend Piccolo Elementary Specialty School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Piccolo Elementary Specialty School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piccolo Elementary Specialty School?
Piccolo Elementary Specialty School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Piccolo Elementary Specialty School offer ?
Piccolo Elementary Specialty School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Piccolo Elementary Specialty School part of?
Piccolo Elementary Specialty School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Piccolo Elementary Specialty School located?
Piccolo Elementary Specialty School is located in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in Humboldt Park.
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