Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School 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 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School 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 Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#2644 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
99%
29%
Black
1%
16%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
90%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School's ranking?
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School is ranked #2644 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School?
370 students attend Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School?
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School offer ?
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School part of?
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School located?
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elementary School is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Avondale.
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