Average
#1745 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 46% in state
Melrose Park Elem School
Elementary School · Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89
1715 W Lake St, Melrose Park, IL 60160
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,745 of 3,813
In Melrose Park
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89
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About Melrose Park Elem School
Melrose Park Elem School is a public elementary school in Melrose Park, IL, part of Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89. Melrose Park Elem School serves approximately 634 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Melrose Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,745 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Melrose Park Elem School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Melrose Park 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
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Melrose Park Elem School — Students at Melrose Park Elem School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Melrose Park Elem School Compares
See how Melrose Park Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1715 W Lake St, Melrose Park, IL 60160
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melrose Park Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Dual Language Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Maywood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Maywood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thurgood Marshall Elem School (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Bellwood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Melrose Park, see our Melrose Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOSEPH ACADEMY-MELROSE PARK Melrose Park | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY Melrose Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| ALPHA AND OMEGA LEARNING CENTER Melrose Park | 0.6 mi | — |
| WALTHER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melrose Park | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Stevenson Middle School Melrose Park | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Lincoln Elem School Maywood | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Jane Addams Elem School Melrose Park | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elem School Bellwood | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Roosevelt Middle School Bellwood | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Washington Dual Language Academy Maywood | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Irving Middle School Maywood | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MAYWOOD MARGERY DAW DAY CARE Maywood | 1.1 mi | — |
| Emerson Elem School Maywood | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| McKinley Elem School Bellwood | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Grant Elem School Melrose Park | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Garfield Elem School Maywood | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Proviso East High School Maywood | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Grant Primary Stone Park | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Broadview | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Early Childhood Center Bellwood | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,740
Median Home Value
$265,000
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
24,513
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARIE CROWN HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Skokie, IL | 6.4 |
| Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| Azuela Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| B J Hooper Elem School Lindenhurst, IL | 6.4 |
| Bridgeview Elem School Bridgeview, IL | 6.4 |
| Cicero West Elementary School Cicero, IL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melrose Park Elem School
What grades does Melrose Park Elem School serve?
Melrose Park Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Melrose Park Elem School?
Melrose Park Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 634 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melrose Park Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Melrose Park Elem School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Melrose Park Elem School rank in IL?
Melrose Park Elem School ranks #1,745 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Melrose Park Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Melrose Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Melrose Park Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Melrose Park Elem School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Melrose Park Elem School a charter school?
No, Melrose Park Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Melrose Park Elem School a Title I school?
No, Melrose Park Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Melrose Park Elem School?
56.0% of students at Melrose Park 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 634
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (708) 450-2042
Resources & Links
District
Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89- District Enrollment
- 4,153
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,096
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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