Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center's student population of 351 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center 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 Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center is 0.24, 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
#2803 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
87%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center's ranking?
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center is ranked #2803 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center often compared to?
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Ray Elementary School, Chicago World Language Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center?
351 students attend Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center?
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center offer ?
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center part of?
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center located?
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center is located in the Near North neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Near North.
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