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Elmwood Elem School

Elementary School · Elmwood Park CUSD 401

2319 N 76th Ave, Elmwood Park, IL 60707

Enrollment

541

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,418 of 3,813

In Elmwood Park

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Elmwood Park CUSD 401

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Elmwood Elem School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Elmwood Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.5/10

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5.6/10

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About Elmwood Elem School

Elmwood Elem School is a public elementary school in Elmwood Park, IL, part of Elmwood Park CUSD 401. Elmwood Elem School serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Elmwood Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,418 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Elmwood Elem School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,814
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Elmwood Elem School — Students at Elmwood Elem School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2022
ELA
25%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Elmwood Elem School Compares

See how Elmwood Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in IL
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

Location

2319 N 76th Ave, Elmwood Park, IL 60707

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elmwood Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willard Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby River Forest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Horace Mann Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Canty Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elmwood Park, see our Elmwood Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Elm Middle School Elmwood Park 0.6 mi 4.5
John Mills Elem School Elmwood Park 0.7 mi 5.6
Elmwood Park High School Elmwood Park 0.7 mi 5.7
KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL River Forest 1.0 mi 6.7
ST VINCENT FERRER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL River Forest 1.1 mi 5.9
Sayre Elem Language Academy Chicago 1.0 mi 4.3
Willard Elem School River Forest 1.3 mi 9.0
Dever Elem School Chicago 1.4 mi 5.2
TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.4 mi 7.7
Locke J Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 5.5
River Grove Elem School River Grove 1.2 mi 5.8
OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago 1.5 mi
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL River Forest 1.5 mi 6.7
CONCORDIA UNIV EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER River Forest 1.6 mi
ST FRANCIS BORGIA SCHOOL Chicago 1.7 mi 7.2
Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park 1.6 mi 8.9
PACTT LEARNING CENTER Oak Park 1.8 mi
Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elem Chicago 1.4 mi 7.2
Canty Elem School Chicago 1.9 mi 7.3
CHANGING OASIS, INC Chicago 1.5 mi 2.9

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
ALPHONSUS ACADEMY & CENTER FOR THE ARTS Chicago, IL 5.6
Arland D Williams Jr Elem Sch Mattoon, IL 5.6
Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago, IL 5.6
Colene Hoose Elem School Normal, IL 5.6
Colonel George Iles Elem Sch Quincy, IL 5.6
Cotton Creek School Island Lake, IL 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elmwood Elem School

What grades does Elmwood Elem School serve?

Elmwood Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Elmwood Elem School?

Elmwood Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elmwood Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Elmwood Elem School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elmwood Elem School rank in IL?

Elmwood Elem School ranks #2,418 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Elmwood Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elmwood Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Elmwood Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elmwood Elem School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Elmwood Elem School a charter school?

No, Elmwood Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elmwood Elem School a Title I school?

No, Elmwood Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elmwood Elem School?

32.0% of students at Elmwood Elem 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

District

Elmwood Park CUSD 401
District Enrollment
2,877
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,814
District Rank
#2 of 4

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