Serving 408 students in grades 4-6, Cicero East 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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.
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)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cicero East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cicero East Elementary School's student population of 408 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Cicero East 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 Cicero East Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#2718 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
97%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
1%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cicero East Elementary School's ranking?
Cicero East Elementary School is ranked #2718 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cicero East Elementary School?
408 students attend Cicero East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Cicero East Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cicero East Elementary School?
Cicero East Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cicero East Elementary School offer ?
Cicero East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Cicero East Elementary School part of?
Cicero East Elementary School is part of Cicero SD 99 School District.
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