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Longwood Elem School

Elementary School · Brookwood SD 167

441 N Longwood Dr, Glenwood, IL 60425

Enrollment

346

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

3.1

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,746 of 3,813

In Glenwood

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Brookwood SD 167

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Longwood Elem School

3.1/10

Elementary School in Glenwood · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Longwood Elem School

Longwood Elem School is a public elementary school in Glenwood, IL, part of Brookwood SD 167. Longwood Elem School serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Longwood Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,746 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Longwood Elem School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.3
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,394
Chronic Absenteeism12.4%

Longwood Elem School — Students at Longwood Elem School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.8% (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
82%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
ELA
7.5%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Longwood Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.1/10
2th percentile in IL
Academic
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

Location

441 N Longwood Dr, Glenwood, IL 60425

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longwood Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Serena Hills Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Chicago Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willow School (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Homewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taft School (rated 6.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Harvey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glenwood, see our Glenwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
GLENWOOD ACADEMY Glenwood 0.6 mi 7.1
THE ALPHABET CAMPUS Homewood 0.7 mi
James Hart School Homewood 0.7 mi 5.5
Winston Churchill School Homewood 1.1 mi 5.2
Wolcott School Thornton 1.3 mi 4.3
HELLO MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Homewood 1.2 mi
Brookwood Jr High School Glenwood 1.5 mi 5.0
Willow School Homewood 1.5 mi 6.8
Brookwood Middle School Glenwood 1.6 mi 2.7
Serena Hills Elem School Chicago Heights 1.9 mi 7.2
BRIGHT START CHILD CARE Homewood 1.7 mi
Greenbriar Elem School Chicago Heights 2.2 mi 5.4
Hickory Bend Elem School Glenwood 2.1 mi 3.5
Thornwood High School South Holland 2.4 mi 7.5
Taft School Harvey 2.7 mi 6.1
Bloom High School Chicago Heights 2.9 mi 5.2
Barack H Obama Learning Academy Markham 2.8 mi 3.9
Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights 3.0 mi 6.0
MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago Heights 2.8 mi 5.1
Holmes Elem School Harvey 3.0 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60425 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,348

Median Home Value

$182,000

Median Rent

$1,639/mo

Population

8,730

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

39.7

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Kenneth Murphy School Beach Park, IL 3.1
Lincoln Elementary School Dekalb, IL 3.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longwood Elem School

What grades does Longwood Elem School serve?

Longwood Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Longwood Elem School?

Longwood Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Longwood Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Longwood Elem School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longwood Elem School rank in IL?

Longwood Elem School ranks #3,746 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Longwood Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Longwood Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Longwood Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longwood Elem School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Longwood Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Longwood Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

62.1% of students at Longwood 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

District

Brookwood SD 167
District Enrollment
1,025
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,394
District Rank
#3 of 4

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