Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hitch 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hitch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hitch Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Motto
At Hitch, our mindset is that lives change here.
School Rankings
Hitch 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 Hitch Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1957 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
48%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hitch Elementary School's ranking?
Hitch Elementary School is ranked #1957 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hitch Elementary School often compared to?
Hitch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Onahan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hitch Elementary School?
495 students attend Hitch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hitch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hitch Elementary School?
Hitch Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hitch Elementary School offer ?
Hitch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hitch Elementary School part of?
Hitch Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Hitch Elementary School located?
Hitch Elementary School is located in the Norwood Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Norwood Park.
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