Serving 266 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School's student population of 266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo 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 - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#1843 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
100%
29%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
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 - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School's ranking?
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School is ranked #1843 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School?
266 students attend Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School?
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School offer ?
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School part of?
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School located?
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School is located in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other public schools located in Gage Park.
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