Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 98% 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: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences's student population of 268 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Motto
When you do good things, good things happen.
School Rankings
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#892 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chicago Public Schools District 299
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences's ranking?
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences is ranked #892 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences?
268 students attend Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences?
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences offer ?
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences part of?
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences located?
Orozco Elementary Fine Arts & Sciences is located in the Lower West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Lower West Side.
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