Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Till Elementary Math & Science Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy's student population of 370 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Excellence Is The Expectation!
School Rankings
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy 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 Till Elementary Math & Science Academy 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
89%
16%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
28%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Till Elementary Math & Science Academy's ranking?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy is ranked #3352 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Till Elementary Math & Science Academy?
370 students attend Till Elementary Math & Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Till Elementary Math & Science Academy students are Black, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Till Elementary Math & Science Academy?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Till Elementary Math & Science Academy offer ?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Till Elementary Math & Science Academy part of?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Till Elementary Math & Science Academy located?
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy is located in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Woodlawn.
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