D−
Smyth J Elem School
PublicElementaryGrades PK–8
1059 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608 · (773) 534-7180 · Part of Chicago Public School District 299
Students
348
Students per teacher
12:1
Free or reduced lunch
80%
Setting
City
Grades
PK–8
What stands out about Smyth J Elem School
- School Grade D−: test results are near the bottom of the state
- Math proficiency 23 pts below the state
- Reading / language arts 28 pts below the state
- Small classes: 12:1 students per teacher
- Enrollment down 15.1% since 2020
Test scores
EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21) · 2020–21Math proficiency2.5%
State average 25.9%
Reading / language arts2.5%
State average 30.7%
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1059 W 13th St, Chicago
Students
Enrollment by grade
Pre-K20
Kindergarten29
Grade 134
Grade 243
Grade 333
Grade 438
Grade 546
Grade 645
Grade 727
Grade 830
Grade 93
Enrollment over time
410’20
382’21
397’22
366’23
348’24
Down 15.1% since 2020.
Who goes here
Black 93%Hispanic 5%White <1%Two or more races <1%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
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School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2024-2025 school year. Scores: EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21). The School Grade is our own summary of state test results. Neighbor ratings are opinions, not an official measure of school quality.