Serving 707 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mayer Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mayer Elementary School's student population of 707 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
707 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Inquire, Achieve, Create, Lead, Serve
School Rankings
Mayer Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mayer Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#150 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayer Elementary School's ranking?
Mayer Elementary School is ranked #150 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mayer Elementary School often compared to?
Mayer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mayer Elementary School?
707 students attend Mayer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Mayer Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mayer Elementary School?
Mayer Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mayer Elementary School offer ?
Mayer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mayer Elementary School part of?
Mayer Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Mayer Elementary School located?
Mayer Elementary School is located in the Sheffield And DePaul neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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