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#573 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 15% in state

Eugene Field Elem School

Elementary School · Park Ridge CCSD 64

707 Wisner St, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Enrollment

630

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#573 of 3,813

In Park Ridge

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

Park Ridge CCSD 64

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Eugene Field Elem School

8.0/10

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

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About Eugene Field Elem School

Eugene Field Elem School is a public elementary school in Park Ridge, IL, part of Park Ridge CCSD 64. Eugene Field Elem School serves approximately 630 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Eugene Field Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #573 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Eugene Field Elem School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,454
Chronic Absenteeism12.2%

Eugene Field Elem School — Students at Eugene Field Elem School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
95%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
76%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2022
ELA
61%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Eugene Field Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
85th percentile in IL
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

707 Wisner St, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eugene Field Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George B Carpenter Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ebinger Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, George Washington Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Park Ridge, see our Park Ridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Jefferson School Niles 0.6 mi 5.0
Emerson Middle School Niles 0.6 mi 8.1
Stock Early Childhood Center Chicago 0.6 mi 7.2
ST PAUL OF THE CROSS SCHOOL Park Ridge 0.8 mi 5.0
ST ANDREWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Park Ridge 0.7 mi 6.4
NOTRE DAME COLLEGE PREP Niles 1.3 mi 5.0
EMBERS ACADEMY Niles 1.1 mi 6.3
Ebinger Elem School Chicago 1.3 mi 8.6
V H Nelson Elem School Niles 1.6 mi 6.4
Lincoln Middle School Park Ridge 1.4 mi 8.1
Theodore Roosevelt Elem School Park Ridge 1.6 mi 8.3
Clarence E Culver School Niles 1.3 mi 7.9
NORTHRIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Niles 1.7 mi 6.9
Gemini Middle School Niles 1.7 mi 6.9
George Washington Elem School Park Ridge 1.5 mi 8.6
George B Carpenter Elem School Park Ridge 1.4 mi 9.3
Edison Park Elem School Chicago 1.9 mi 6.3
MARY, SEAT OF WISDOM SCHOOL Park Ridge 2.0 mi 5.9
RESURRECTION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 2.1 mi 6.0
Melzer School Morton Grove 2.2 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,201

Median Home Value

$539,700

Median Rent

$1,511/mo

Population

39,227

College Educated

65.1%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

44.5

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Frank C Whiteley Elem School Hoffman Estates, IL 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eugene Field Elem School

What grades does Eugene Field Elem School serve?

Eugene Field Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Eugene Field Elem School?

Eugene Field Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eugene Field Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eugene Field Elem School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eugene Field Elem School rank in IL?

Eugene Field Elem School ranks #573 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Eugene Field Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eugene Field Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Eugene Field Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eugene Field Elem School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Eugene Field Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Eugene Field Elem School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

District

Park Ridge CCSD 64
District Enrollment
4,637
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,454
District Rank
#7 of 8

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