About This School
Jahn Elementary School is located in Chicago, IL and is one of 633 schools in City Of Chicago School District 299. It is a public school that serves 434 students in grades PK, K-8.
Jahn Elementary School did not make AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of Illinois in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Jahn Elementary School's test results to learn more about school performance.
In 2010, Jahn Elementary School had 18 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The Illinois average is 16 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Jahn Elementary School's students and teachers. more
Jahn Elementary School did not make AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of Illinois in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Jahn Elementary School's test results to learn more about school performance.
In 2010, Jahn Elementary School had 18 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The Illinois average is 16 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Jahn Elementary School's students and teachers. more
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City of Chicago SD 299 District Spending
$10,392Per Pupil
The City of Chicago SD 299 spends $10,392 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 60% on instruction, 36% on support services, 5% on other elementary and secondary expenditures. More about City of Chicago SD 299 District
Education.com TestRating
The Education.com TestRating is a number (1-10) calculated by Education.com that provides an overview of a school’s test performance for a given year, by comparing the school’s state standardized test results to those of other schools in the same state. For Illinois, the TestRating is calculated using a school's 2011 PSAE Results and ISAT Results for all subjects tested.
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Schools Nearby
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| School Name distance | TestRating | Community Rating |
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| Burley Elementary School 0.3 miles |  |
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| Schneider Elementary School 0.3 miles |  |
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| Audubon Elementary School 0.5 miles |  |
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| St Luke Academy 0.5 miles | n/a | |
| Hamilton Elementary School 0.5 miles |  |
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School Facts
- Public School
- Grades PK, K-8
- City of Chicago School District 299
Did not make AYP
see 2011 test scores
see 2011 test scores
Contact
Jahn Elementary School3149 North Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5500
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Test Scores
About the ISAT
What is it?
The ISAT is an annual test used to measure a student's mastery of the state's grade-level academic standards.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Students are assessed in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math and in grades 4 and 7 in science.
How is it Scored?
Students are rated at one of four levels: academic warning, below standards, meets standards and exceeds standards. The goal is for all students to meet or exceed the state standards.
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The Education.com TestRating is a number (1-10) calculated by Education.com that provides an overview of a school’s test performance for a given year, by comparing the school’s state standardized test results to those of other schools in the same state. For Illinois, the TestRating is calculated using a school's 2011 PSAE Results and ISAT Results for all subjects tested.
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Enrollment (2010)
Total: 434
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Student Economic Level (2010)
In 2010, Jahn Elementary School had 84% of students eligible for free or reduced price lunch programs. Illinois had 39% of eligible students for free or reduced price lunch programs. Eligibility for the National School Lunch Program is based on family income levels.Student Ethnicity (2010)
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18:1STUDENT-TEACHER RATIO
In 2010, Jahn Elementary School had 18 students for every full-time equivalent teacher.
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Recent Reviews
Jahn Elementary School
I had the opportunity to teach at this school and my experience was phenomenal. All of the staff was extremly helpful and pleasant to be work with. The students are bright and have a yearning for learning. Great school to send your child to.
Submitted by a Teacher on Jan 17, 2012
Jahn Elementary School
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My child goes to Jahn, and my impression is this: as much as we try to quantify what it is that makes a school a good or an excellent one, we can't do it with test scores and other standardized measurements. The principal at Jahn, Ms. Grigalunas, is a passionate visionary. The teachers are compassionate and talented. It is worth a visit to see if this is the right school for your child.
Submitted by a Parent on Jan 5, 2011
Jahn Elementary School
well i go to this school . from my thought i think its a great school. apart of the fun activities and contests it has great teachers and people who are welling to help the students success
Submitted by a Former Student on Nov 19, 2010
About Chicago, IL
Demographics Based on 2000 Census (latest available)
| Chicago | National | |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $38,625 | $44,512 |
| Population Median Age | 33 | 36 |
| % of Homes With Kids | 29% | 31.4% |
| Average Household Size | 2.67 persons | 2.6 |
| % Owning / % Renting | 44% / 56% | 66%/33% |
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