Owens Elementary Community Academy serves 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 20-24% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 20-24% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)20-24%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)20-24%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
99%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
41%
27%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average).
How many students attend Owens Elementary Community Academy?
325 students attend Owens Elementary Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Owens Elementary Community Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owens Elementary Community Academy?
Owens Elementary Community Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owens Elementary Community Academy offer ?
Owens Elementary Community Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Owens Elementary Community Academy part of?
Owens Elementary Community Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools District 299.
