Below Average
#3255 of 3,813 schools in IL
Elm Middle School
Middle School · Elmwood Park CUSD 401
7607 W Cortland St, Elmwood Park, IL 60707
Enrollment
622
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
622
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,255 of 3,813
In Elmwood Park
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Elmwood Park CUSD 401
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Elm Middle School
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About Elm Middle School
Elm Middle School is a public middle school in Elmwood Park, IL, part of Elmwood Park CUSD 401. Elm Middle School serves approximately 622 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Elm Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,255 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Elm Middle School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Elm Middle 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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Elm Middle School — Students at Elm Middle School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.7%
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: 4.3/10.
How Elm Middle School Compares
See how Elm Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7607 W Cortland St, Elmwood Park, IL 60707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby River Forest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willard Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby River Forest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elmwood Park, see our Elmwood Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST VINCENT FERRER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL River Forest | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL River Forest | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Elmwood Elem School Elmwood Park | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Willard Elem School River Forest | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL River Forest | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| CONCORDIA UNIV EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER River Forest | 1.0 mi | — |
| Elmwood Park High School Elmwood Park | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Sayre Elem Language Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| John Mills Elem School Elmwood Park | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| PACTT LEARNING CENTER Oak Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Roosevelt School River Forest | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Lincoln Elem School River Forest | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL River Forest | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| River Grove Elem School River Grove | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Oliver W Holmes Elem School Oak Park | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Locke J Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elem Chicago | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Dever Elem School Chicago | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,746
Median Home Value
$315,300
Median Rent
$1,309/mo
Population
40,897
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Jr High School East Peoria, IL | 4.5 |
| Clinton Jr High School Clinton, IL | 4.5 |
| Glenwood Middle School Chatham, IL | 4.5 |
| Spring Wood Middle School Hanover Park, IL | 4.5 |
| Benton Grade Sch 5-8 Benton, IL | 4.6 |
| Carl Sandburg Middle Sch Freeport, IL | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elm Middle School
What grades does Elm Middle School serve?
Elm Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Elm Middle School?
Elm Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 622 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elm Middle School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elm Middle School rank in IL?
Elm Middle School ranks #3,255 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Elm Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elm Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Elm Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elm Middle School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Elm Middle School a charter school?
No, Elm Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elm Middle School a Title I school?
No, Elm Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elm Middle School?
40.7% of students at Elm Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 622
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (708) 452-3550
Resources & Links
District
Elmwood Park CUSD 401- District Enrollment
- 2,877
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,814
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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