Below Average
#3065 of 3,813 schools in IL
Columbus West Elementary School
Elementary School · Cicero SD 99
5425 W 31st St, Cicero, IL 60804
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,065 of 3,813
In Cicero
#15 of 17
public schools
In district
#13 of 15
Cicero SD 99
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Columbus West Elementary School
Elementary School in Cicero · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Columbus East Elem School
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About Columbus West Elementary School
Columbus West Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cicero, IL, part of Cicero SD 99. Columbus West Elementary School serves approximately 549 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus West Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,065 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Columbus West Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Columbus West Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Columbus West Elementary School — Students at Columbus West Elementary School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Columbus West Elementary School Compares
See how Columbus West Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5425 W 31st St, Cicero, IL 60804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbus West Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Zapata Elem Academy (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cicero West Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Komensky Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Berwyn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cicero, see our Cicero schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus East Elem School Cicero | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| District 99 Early Childhood Ctr Cicero | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Drexel Elem School Cicero | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Cicero East Elem School Cicero | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| OUR LADY OF CHARITY SCHOOL Cicero | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Goodwin Elementary School Cicero | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elem School Cicero | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Sherlock Elem School Cicero | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| J Sterling Morton East High Sch Cicero | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Abe Lincoln Elem School Cicero | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Unity Jr High School Cicero | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Cicero West Elementary School Cicero | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| J Sterling Morton Freshman Cntr Cicero | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Komensky Elem School Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Freedom Middle School Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| World Language High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| School of Social Justice HS Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Multicultural Arts High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Infinity Math Science & Tech HS Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Zapata Elem Academy Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,548
Median Home Value
$236,000
Median Rent
$1,121/mo
Population
83,223
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
54.6%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carver Primary School Chicago, IL | 4.8 |
| Chase Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.8 |
| Depriest Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.8 |
| Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School Palos Hills, IL | 4.8 |
| Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center Mount Vernon, IL | 4.8 |
| Fox Chase Elementary School Oswego, IL | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbus West Elementary School
What grades does Columbus West Elementary School serve?
Columbus West Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Columbus West Elementary School?
Columbus West Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 549 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus West Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbus West Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbus West Elementary School rank in IL?
Columbus West Elementary School ranks #3,065 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Columbus West Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbus West Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Columbus West Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus West Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Columbus West Elementary School a charter school?
No, Columbus West Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbus West Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Columbus West Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbus West Elementary School?
76.3% of students at Columbus West Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 549
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (708) 780-4482
Resources & Links
District
Cicero SD 99- District Enrollment
- 8,598
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,162
- District Rank
- #13 of 15
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