The George Rogers Clark Elementary School located at 1045 S. Monitor Ave., teaches preschool through eighth grade students in the community of Austin. The school focuses on the Common Core subjects, biliteracy and academic achievement, according to its mission statement.
Kindergarten through second grade students improve their reading using the Learning A-Z computer application, accessible online for reading and listening exercises and comprehension quizzes. Through the PATHS curriculum, students enjoy two or more 20- to 30-minute weekly sessions of positive behavioral, psychological and social reinforcement.
Students also use software programs such as Compass Learning, Study Island and Achieve 3000.
Enrichment opportunities allow students to participate in the Chicago Children's Choir, Hubbard Street Dance Program and numerous science and extracurricular organizations, including the People's Gas Science Fair Club. Flying the red-and-black school colors proudly, Rogers Clark's Cougars compete in basketball, cross country, football, softball, volleyball, soccer, and track and field.
Clark G R Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
1045 S Monitor Ave,
Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Natasha Lynette Buckner
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
22%
Niche Grade
B-
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
22%
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Math Proficiency
12%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
15
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Full Time Teachers
15
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Teachers in First or Second Year
12.5%
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GreatSchools Rating
4
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
23.3%
State Average
43%
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Math
19.2%
State Average
38.5%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
91:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
51.1%
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Female
48.9%
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Hispanic
50.4%
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Black
43.6%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
9/30/2017
Went here for elementary school. Has an awesome arts program but there math and science academics could have been a lot better.
10/16/2013
G.R Clark has been an amazing school for my daughter who never wanted to get up for school. She gets up now with no problem,she is excited, she is definitely being challenged here and i love it because she is very smart! The principal is very nice and attentive to your concerns. The building is brig...
9/21/2011
Horrible school in a terrible neighborhood. Dangerous for students to attend. Went down hill quickly!!!!
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List Price Range
$119K - $587K
Homes For Sale
27
Average Home Value
$293,458
Median Lot Size
3,484 Sq Ft
% Renters
67%
Average Household Income
$54,360
% of College Grads
12.9%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
2,143 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
73.4%
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Clark G R Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-8 in Chicago, IL and is served by the Chicago Public Schools in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 184 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 22% are proficient in reading. Clark G R Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $293,458. Discover additional schools in the area, like J Sterling Morton Freshman Center, Michele Clark Academic Prep Magnet High School, Excel Safe Academy West, and more. Learn more about what Chicago has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Clark G R Elementary School.