Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente 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 Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#3179 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Hispanic
89%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
91%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School's ranking?
Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School is ranked #3179 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School?
461 students attend Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School?
Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School offer ?
Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School part of?
Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School located?
Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elementary School is located in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood of Elmwood Park, IL.
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