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#290 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 8% in state

George Washington Elem School

Elementary School · Park Ridge CCSD 64

1500 Stewart Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Enrollment

581

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#290 of 3,813

In Park Ridge

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Park Ridge CCSD 64

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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George Washington Elem School

8.6/10

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

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8.1/10

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About George Washington Elem School

George Washington Elem School is a public elementary school in Park Ridge, IL, part of Park Ridge CCSD 64. George Washington Elem School serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #290 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for George Washington Elem School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,454
Chronic Absenteeism12.2%

George Washington Elem School — Students at George Washington Elem School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.4% (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
94%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
77%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2022
ELA
64%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How George Washington Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
92th percentile in IL
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 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

1500 Stewart Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George Washington Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George B Carpenter Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Iroquois Community School (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Park Ridge, see our Park Ridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Middle School Park Ridge 0.2 mi 8.1
Maine South High School Park Ridge 0.5 mi 9.1
George B Carpenter Elem School Park Ridge 0.7 mi 9.3
ST ANDREWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Park Ridge 0.8 mi 6.4
Theodore Roosevelt Elem School Park Ridge 0.8 mi 8.3
MARY, SEAT OF WISDOM SCHOOL Park Ridge 1.0 mi 5.9
ST PAUL OF THE CROSS SCHOOL Park Ridge 1.0 mi 5.0
Emerson Middle School Niles 1.6 mi 8.1
Jefferson School Niles 1.7 mi 5.0
EMBERS ACADEMY Niles 1.8 mi 6.3
BRICKTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 1.8 mi 7.3
Eugene Field Elem School Park Ridge 1.5 mi 8.0
Franklin Elementary School Park Ridge 1.9 mi 8.7
Rosemont Elem School Rosemont 1.7 mi 6.2
ST SAVA ACADEMY Chicago 1.9 mi 6.6
ST PAUL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Chicago 2.0 mi
Iroquois Community School Des Plaines 1.7 mi 9.0
Dirksen Elem School Chicago 2.2 mi 7.0
Orchard Place Elem School Des Plaines 1.7 mi 7.0
Pennoyer Elem School Norridge 2.2 mi 6.5

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
A F Ames Elem School Riverside, IL 8.6
Burley Elem School Chicago, IL 8.6
East Prairie Elem School Skokie, IL 8.6
Eastview Elem School Algonquin, IL 8.6
Ebinger Elem School Chicago, IL 8.6
Germantown Hills Elementary Sch Germantown Hills, IL 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George Washington Elem School

What grades does George Washington Elem School serve?

George Washington Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend George Washington Elem School?

George Washington Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elem School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George Washington Elem School rank in IL?

George Washington Elem School ranks #290 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is George Washington Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

George Washington Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 George Washington Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Elem School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is George Washington Elem School a charter school?

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

Is George Washington Elem School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
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
#3 of 8

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