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Goodwin Elementary School
Elementary School · Cicero SD 99
2625 S Austin Blvd, Cicero, IL 60804
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,590 of 3,813
In Cicero
#10 of 17
public schools
In district
#8 of 15
Cicero SD 99
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About Goodwin Elementary School
Goodwin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cicero, IL, part of Cicero SD 99. Goodwin Elementary School serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Goodwin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,590 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Goodwin Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Goodwin Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
49% of students at Goodwin Elementary 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
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Goodwin Elementary School — Students at Goodwin Elementary School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.1/10.
How Goodwin Elementary School Compares
See how Goodwin Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2625 S Austin Blvd, Cicero, IL 60804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Goodwin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hiawatha Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Berwyn), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Komensky Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Berwyn), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Abe Lincoln Elem School (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cicero, see our Cicero schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J Sterling Morton East High Sch Cicero | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elem School Cicero | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Komensky Elem School Berwyn | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Freedom Middle School Berwyn | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Columbus West Elementary School Cicero | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Abe Lincoln Elem School Cicero | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Hiawatha Elem School Berwyn | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Columbus East Elem School Cicero | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Sherlock Elem School Cicero | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| ST ODILO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berwyn | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| OUR LADY OF CHARITY SCHOOL Cicero | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| ST FRANCES OF ROME Cicero | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Unity Jr High School Cicero | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| J Sterling Morton Freshman Cntr Cicero | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Daniel Burnham Elem School Cicero | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Middle School Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ST LEONARD SCHOOL Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| District 99 Early Childhood Ctr Cicero | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Karel Havlicek Elem School Berwyn | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Drexel Elem School Cicero | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,548
Median Home Value
$236,000
Median Rent
$1,121/mo
Population
83,223
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
54.6%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
34.3
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| A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
| Bouchet Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
| Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High Sch Hardin, IL | 5.4 |
| Carrier Mills-Stonefort Elem Sch Carrier Mills, IL | 5.4 |
| Carroll Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
| Central Intermediate School Roxana, IL | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Goodwin Elementary School
What grades does Goodwin Elementary School serve?
Goodwin Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Goodwin Elementary School?
Goodwin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Goodwin Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Goodwin Elementary 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 Goodwin Elementary School rank in IL?
Goodwin Elementary School ranks #2,590 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Goodwin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Goodwin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Goodwin Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Goodwin Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Goodwin Elementary School a charter school?
No, Goodwin Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Goodwin Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Goodwin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Goodwin Elementary School?
74.8% of students at Goodwin Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 489
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.3%
- Phone
- (708) 652-5500
Resources & Links
District
Cicero SD 99- District Enrollment
- 8,598
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,162
- District Rank
- #8 of 15
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