Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Talcott 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 16% (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 90% 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: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Talcott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Talcott Elementary School's student population of 487 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Motto
Chicago’s First & Only Museum School
School Rankings
Talcott 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 Talcott Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#2199 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
83%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
10%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Talcott Elementary School's ranking?
Talcott Elementary School is ranked #2199 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Talcott Elementary School often compared to?
Talcott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mitchell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% 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 Talcott Elementary School?
487 students attend Talcott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Talcott Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Talcott Elementary School?
Talcott Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Talcott Elementary School offer ?
Talcott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Talcott Elementary School part of?
Talcott Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Talcott Elementary School located?
Talcott Elementary School is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 22 other public schools located in West Town.
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