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Eugene Field Elem School

Elementary School · Wheeling CCSD 21

51 Saint Armand Ln, Wheeling, IL 60090

Enrollment

594

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,563 of 3,813

In Wheeling

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#12 of 12

Wheeling CCSD 21

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Eugene Field Elem School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Wheeling · grades Pre-K – 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 Wheeling, IL, part of Wheeling CCSD 21. Eugene Field Elem School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Eugene Field Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,563 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Eugene Field Elem School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Eugene Field Elem 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

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-5.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,330
Chronic Absenteeism31.5%

Eugene Field Elem School — Students at Eugene Field Elem School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.2% (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
80%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
14%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
13%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
13%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
13%

* 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 Eugene Field Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in IL
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

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

51 Saint Armand Ln, Wheeling, IL 60090

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eugene Field Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Earl Pritchett School (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Buffalo Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tripp School (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Buffalo Grove), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Betsy Ross Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Prospect Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wheeling, see our Wheeling schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Jack London Middle School Wheeling 0.2 mi 6.0
Booth Tarkington Elem School Wheeling 0.6 mi 6.1
POKO LOKO CHILD CARE CENTER Wheeling 0.7 mi
Wheeling High School Wheeling 1.0 mi 7.2
Mark Twain Elem School Wheeling 1.0 mi 6.1
TORAH ACADEMY OF BUFFALO GROVE Buffalo Grove 1.1 mi
Earl Pritchett School Buffalo Grove 1.2 mi 9.2
BUFFALO GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo Grove 1.0 mi
Joyce Kilmer Elem School Buffalo Grove 1.1 mi 5.8
ST MARY SCHOOL Buffalo Grove 1.4 mi 6.6
J W Riley Elem School Arlington Heights 1.5 mi 7.0
Oliver W Holmes Middle School Wheeling 1.5 mi 5.7
Tripp School Buffalo Grove 2.0 mi 8.9
Anne Sullivan Elem School Prospect Heights 2.1 mi 7.1
MacArthur Middle School Prospect Heights 2.1 mi 7.5
Betsy Ross Elem School Prospect Heights 2.2 mi 8.4
Walt Whitman Elem School Wheeling 1.8 mi 6.5
Aptakisic Junior High School Buffalo Grove 2.4 mi 9.1
Ivy Hill Elem School Arlington Heights 2.2 mi 8.2
John Hersey High School Arlington Heights 2.6 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,449

Median Home Value

$243,500

Median Rent

$1,578/mo

Population

38,340

College Educated

40.5%

Homeownership

61.1%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

39.1

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Arcola Elementary School Arcola, IL 5.5
Bartlett Elem School Bartlett, IL 5.5
Black Hawk Elem School Glendale Heights, IL 5.5
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elem Chicago, IL 5.5

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 Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Eugene Field Elem School?

Eugene Field Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Eugene Field Elem School is 16.5:1. 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 #2,563 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 5.5 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 Eugene Field Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eugene Field Elem School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% 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.

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

75.1% of students at Eugene Field 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
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

District

Wheeling CCSD 21
District Enrollment
6,205
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,330
District Rank
#12 of 12

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