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Dirksen Elem School

8601 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60656, United States
+1 (773) 534-1090
http://www.cps.edu
1.4
Overall Rating

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Dirksen Elem School Overview

About This School

Dirksen Elem School is a public middle in Chicago, Illinois, serving 1,263 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 27% proficiency in ELA. The school maintains a staff of 75 teachers and operates with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 67% White, 20% Asian, 9% Hispanic, 2% Black, and 1% Two or More Races.

1,263
Total Students
PK-8
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
75 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts27%
Mathematics0%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-8
County
Cook County
Students per Counselor
1263:1

Dirksen Elem School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

27%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 17%State Avg: 28%
N/A
Mathematics
N/A
Science

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.3:1
State Avg: 13.1:1
1263
Students per Counselor

Dirksen Elem School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
75

Average Teacher Salary

$N/A

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor1263:1

Dirksen Elem School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.99%
Male
49.01%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,263 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White66.9%
Hispanic9.34%
Asian20.27%
Black2.22%
Two or More Races0.95%
Native American0.16%

Dirksen Elem School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Dirksen Elem School

Q: What is Dirksen Elem School?

A: Dirksen Elem School is a middle public located in Chicago.

Q: How many students attend Dirksen Elem School?

A: Dirksen Elem School has approximately 1,263 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Dirksen Elem School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Dirksen Elem School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Dirksen Elem School

Dirksen Elem School is a public middle in Chicago, Illinois, serving 1,263 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 27% proficiency in ELA. The school maintains a staff of 75 teachers and operates with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 67% White, 20% Asian, 9% Hispanic, 2% Black, and 1% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Dirksen Elem School - Chicago, IL

Quick Facts about Dirksen Elem School
School NameDirksen Elem School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-8
Location8601 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60656, Chicago, IL
CountyCook County
Phone+1 (773) 534-1090
Total Students1,263
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers75
Rating1.4/10
ELA Proficiency27%
Math Proficiency%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Dirksen Elem School

What is Dirksen Elem School?

Dirksen Elem School is a middle public located in Chicago.

How many students attend Dirksen Elem School?

Dirksen Elem School has approximately 1,263 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dirksen Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dirksen Elem School is 16:1.

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