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#1627 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 43% in state

Northwest School

Elementary School · Evergreen Park ESD 124

3630 W 92nd St, Evergreen Park, IL 60805

Enrollment

230

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,627 of 3,813

In Evergreen Park

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Evergreen Park ESD 124

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Northwest School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Evergreen Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Northwest School

Northwest School is a public elementary school in Evergreen Park, IL, part of Evergreen Park ESD 124. Northwest School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,627 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Northwest School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Northwest School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,637
Chronic Absenteeism18.3%

Northwest School — Students at Northwest School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.9% (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
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
27%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Northwest School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
57th percentile in IL
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.3%

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

3630 W 92nd St, Evergreen Park, IL 60805

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northwest School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southwest Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST GERMAINE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Oak Lawn), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Northeast Elem School (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Evergreen Park, see our Evergreen Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MOST HOLY REDEEMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Evergreen Park 0.5 mi 4.4
Central Middle School Evergreen Park 0.6 mi 5.9
Southwest Elem School Evergreen Park 1.0 mi 7.7
MOTHER MCAULEY LIBERAL ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.0 mi 6.2
Ashburn Community Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 5.5
BR RICE HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.1 mi 4.5
Owen Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago 1.2 mi 3.6
Evergreen Park High School Evergreen Park 1.2 mi 7.8
Dawes Elem School Chicago 1.3 mi 6.2
Hometown Elem School Hometown 1.0 mi 6.2
J M Hannum Elem School Oak Lawn 1.2 mi 6.2
ST GERMAINE SCHOOL Oak Lawn 1.2 mi 7.2
Northeast Elem School Evergreen Park 1.0 mi 6.7
Durkin Park Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 6.2
QUEEN OF MARTYRS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Evergreen Park 1.4 mi 5.5
Southeast Elem School Evergreen Park 1.2 mi 6.7
Carroll Elem School Chicago 1.3 mi 5.4
Bogan High School Chicago 1.5 mi 6.8
ST BEDE THE VENERABLE Chicago 1.5 mi 5.9
CICS - Wrightwood Chicago 1.6 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,738

Median Home Value

$255,700

Median Rent

$1,425/mo

Population

19,498

College Educated

42.9%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

38.1

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CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago, IL 6.5
CICS - Bond Campus Chicago, IL 6.5
Chalmers Elem Specialty School Chicago, IL 6.5
Edgewood Elem School Woodridge, IL 6.5
Gifford Grade School Gifford, IL 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northwest School

What grades does Northwest School serve?

Northwest School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Northwest School?

Northwest School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northwest School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northwest School rank in IL?

Northwest School ranks #1,627 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Northwest School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northwest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Northwest School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwest School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Northwest School a charter school?

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

Is Northwest School a Title I school?

No, Northwest School is not currently a Title I school.

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

51.3% of students at Northwest 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.3%

District

Evergreen Park ESD 124
District Enrollment
1,744
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,637
District Rank
#4 of 5

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