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Mohawk Primary Center

Elementary School · Park Forest SD 163

301 Mohawk St, Park Forest, IL 60466

Enrollment

268

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,767 of 3,813

In Park Forest

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Park Forest SD 163

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Mohawk Primary Center

5.2/10

Elementary School in Park Forest · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Michelle Obama Sch of Technology

5.7/10

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4.5/10

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About Mohawk Primary Center

Mohawk Primary Center is a public elementary school in Park Forest, IL, part of Park Forest SD 163. Mohawk Primary Center serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mohawk Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,767 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Mohawk Primary Center show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Mohawk Primary Center 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-6.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)11% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,572
Chronic Absenteeism44%

Mohawk Primary Center — Students at Mohawk Primary Center score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (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
82%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
22%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How Mohawk Primary Center Compares

See how Mohawk Primary Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in IL
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.0%

Location

301 Mohawk St, Park Forest, IL 60466

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mohawk Primary Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Illinois School (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blackhawk Primary Center (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Neil Armstrong Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Richton Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Park Forest, see our Park Forest schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Michelle Obama Sch of Technology Park Forest 0.5 mi 5.7
Talala Elementary School Park Forest 0.7 mi 4.5
Blackhawk Primary Center Park Forest 0.7 mi 6.6
Richton Square School Richton Park 0.7 mi 7.3
21st Century Primary Center Park Forest 0.7 mi 3.9
Indiana Elem School Park Forest 1.6 mi 6.0
Matteson Elem School Matteson 1.7 mi 3.5
O W Huth Middle School Matteson 1.7 mi 6.7
Sauk Elem School Richton Park 1.5 mi 5.4
Illinois School Park Forest 1.9 mi 7.0
Southland College Prep Chtr HS Richton Park 1.7 mi 8.9
Algonquin Primary Center Park Forest 1.9 mi 5.1
Arcadia Elem School Olympia Fields 2.6 mi 4.5
Barack Obama Sch of Ldership Chicago Heights 2.2 mi 4.3
Neil Armstrong Elem School Richton Park 2.1 mi 6.4
Wilson Elem School Chicago Heights 2.4 mi 5.6
CARRA ACADEMY Matteson 2.6 mi 7.2
FAITH MOVERS ACADEMY University Park 2.8 mi 4.9
Rich Township High School Olympia Fields 3.1 mi 7.1
NAZARENE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Chicago Heights 2.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60466 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,132

Median Home Value

$106,100

Median Rent

$1,341/mo

Population

21,123

College Educated

26.1%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

33.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.1%

Median Age

37

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
AlWood Elem School Alpha, IL 5.2
Annawan Grade School Annawan, IL 5.2
Bass Elem School Chicago, IL 5.2
Bernard J Ward Elem School Bolingbrook, IL 5.2
Centennial Elem School Plano, IL 5.2
Clifford P Carlson Elem School Rockford, IL 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mohawk Primary Center

What grades does Mohawk Primary Center serve?

Mohawk Primary Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Mohawk Primary Center?

Mohawk Primary Center has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mohawk Primary Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Mohawk Primary Center is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mohawk Primary Center rank in IL?

Mohawk Primary Center ranks #2,767 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Mohawk Primary Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Mohawk Primary Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Mohawk Primary Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mohawk Primary Center has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mohawk Primary Center a charter school?

No, Mohawk Primary Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mohawk Primary Center a Title I school?

No, Mohawk Primary Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mohawk Primary Center?

82.8% of students at Mohawk Primary Center 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
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.0%

District

Park Forest SD 163
District Enrollment
1,523
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,572
District Rank
#3 of 6

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