Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd

820 S Carpenter St
Chicago, IL 60607
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 547 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Top 50% in IL
  • : 30% (Top 50%)
  • : 37% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Motto
We cannot teach people anything; we can only help them discover it within themselves.

School Rankings

Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1069 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
30%
27%
37%
30%
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
53%
29%
Black
27%
16%
White
11%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd's ranking?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd is ranked #1069 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd often compared to?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acdis often viewed alongside schools like Chicago World Language Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd?
547 students attend Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd offer ?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd part of?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd located?
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd is located in the Little Italy neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Little Italy.

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August 24, 2026 (Monday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 547 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30% (Top 50%)
  • : 37% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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