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#114 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 3% in state

Field Park Elem School

Elementary School · Western Springs SD 101

4335 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#114 of 3,813

In Western Springs

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Western Springs SD 101

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Field Park Elem School

9.2/10

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

Forest Hills Elem School

9.5/10

Western Springs, IL. Compare side by side with Field Park Elem School before ruling this option in or out.

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9.4/10

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About Field Park Elem School

Field Park Elem School is a public elementary school in Western Springs, IL, part of Western Springs SD 101. Field Park Elem School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Field Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Field Park Elem School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.3
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-3.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,700
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Field Park Elem School — Students at Field Park Elem School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 82.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2022
ELA
67%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Field Park Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.2/10
97th percentile in IL
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

Location

4335 Howard Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Field Park Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Lane Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hinsdale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Forest Hills Elem School (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cossitt Ave Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby La Grange), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Western Springs, see our Western Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
McClure Jr High School Western Springs 0.2 mi 9.4
CREATIVE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Grange 0.6 mi
NAZARETH ACADEMY La Grange Park 0.8 mi 5.5
John Laidlaw Elem School Western Springs 0.7 mi 9.1
ST JOHN OF THE CROSS PARISH SCHOOL Western Springs 1.0 mi 4.4
Lyons Twp High Sch La Grange 0.7 mi 9.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF WESTERN SPRINGS Western Springs 0.8 mi
Forest Hills Elem School Western Springs 1.0 mi 9.5
Park Junior High School La Grange Park 1.0 mi 9.1
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL La Grange 1.0 mi 5.4
HINSDALE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Hinsdale 1.0 mi 8.1
Ogden Ave Elem School La Grange 1.1 mi 8.0
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF LAGRANGE La Grange 1.1 mi
Cossitt Ave Elem School La Grange 1.2 mi 9.2
Spring Ave Elem School La Grange 1.5 mi 8.7
Wm F Gurrie Middle School La Grange 1.5 mi 8.4
ST CLETUS SCHOOL La Grange 1.7 mi 6.2
Highlands Elem School La Grange Highlands 2.0 mi 9.1
The Lane Elem School Hinsdale 1.5 mi 9.7
Highlands Middle School La Grange Highlands 2.0 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$218,839

Median Home Value

$691,300

Median Rent

$1,932/mo

Population

13,353

College Educated

82%

Homeownership

95.5%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

2%

Median Age

41.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ANCONA SCHOOL Chicago, IL 9.2
Braeside Elem School Highland Park, IL 9.2
Crow Island Elem School Winnetka, IL 9.2
Hough Street Elem School Barrington, IL 9.2
Keller Elem Gifted Magnet School Chicago, IL 9.2
Lincoln Elem School River Forest, IL 9.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Field Park Elem School

What grades does Field Park Elem School serve?

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

How many students attend Field Park Elem School?

Field Park Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Field Park Elem School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Field Park Elem School rank in IL?

Field Park Elem School ranks #114 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Field Park Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Field Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Field Park Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Field Park Elem School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Field Park Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Field Park Elem School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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How does Field Park Elem School stack up?

Forest Hills Elem School
9.5

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

District

Western Springs SD 101
District Enrollment
1,437
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,700
District Rank
#3 of 4

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