Skinner West Elementary School

Skinner Elementary in West Adams is highly regarded with a large physical education program.

Skinner Elementary School in West Adams features modern construction.

Skinner Elementary in West Adams has wonderful turf fields that can be used year round.

Skinner West Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8

111 S Throop St, Chicago, IL

West Loop Neighborhood

Chicago Public Schools

4.1

4.0

1,097 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Deborah M Clark

Student Teacher Ratio
19:1

Math Proficiency
70%

Reading Proficiency
76%

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

76%

Math Proficiency

70%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 19:1 Teachers 61	Full Time Teachers 61
Teachers in First or Second Year 12.7%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

1,196:1

Student Diversity

Male 51.7%	Female 48.3%
Asian 27.9%	Black 25.8%
White 25.5%	Hispanic 13.4%
Two or more races 6.5%

School Rankings

#15 Most Diverse Public MS in Illinois

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Parent

6/30/2023

I really like Skinner West. My boys have been going here since kindergarten and now they'll be going to 5th grade. I love how the staff communicate with each parent's no matter what the situation is. The teachers that my kids have had over the years seem concerned and anytime I talk to them about the kids it's no issue. The only problem I have is that it should be a pick up and drop spot for the kids who travel from south since it's a selective enrollment schools for some kids. It shouldn't just be bus service for some students. Parents have the opportunity to send their children to a better school so they can get an better education and it's hard for some parents due to transportation.

4.0 Middle School Student

6/23/2020

My experience at scanner school has been amazing, the teachers really care about the school in about their students. The student life is not the best, and they're definitely some bullying problems that can happen. Academics are great, a lot of classes are well beyond their grade level.

4.0 Niche User

11/28/2016

This school is very competitive academically and provides a rich environment for students who want to succeed in higher education.

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1.0 parent

4/18/2026

Over the past four years, this school has been in a steady decline. The administration consistently prioritizes its own interests over the students, staff, and community. Each year, we lose more high-quality educators due to mismanagement and a literal absence of leadership.While a small group of de...

1.0 parent

2/10/2026

This school has serious issues with instructional consistency and administrative accountability.A teacher’s return was described to families as a “fresh start,” yet within a very short time there were multiple unplanned absences with no advance communication. This caused repeated disruptions and ins...

5.0 parent

8/21/2025

Skinner has some of the best teachers and families you’ll find anywhere. It’s a big school, so it can take a little time to find your rhythm, but those who do discover a strong, welcoming community where kids are pushed to grow.

1.0 parent

8/29/2019

Awful. Bullying is a huge problem. Curriculum is all over the place and each teacher just uses what they are given with no training or development.

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Average Home Value

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Median Lot Size

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% Renters

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Skinner West 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 1,097 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 70% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 76% are proficient in reading. Skinner West Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $546,055. Discover additional schools in the area, like Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy, Clemente Community Academy High School, Chicago Bulls College Prep, and more. Learn more about what Chicago has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Skinner West Elementary School.

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