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#346 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 9% in state

Passow Elementary School

Elementary School · Franklin Park SD 84

2838 Calwagner St, Franklin Park, IL 60131

Enrollment

393

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#346 of 3,813

In Franklin Park

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Franklin Park SD 84

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Passow Elementary School

8.4/10

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

Hester JR High School

7.3/10

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7.2/10

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About Passow Elementary School

Passow Elementary School is a public elementary school in Franklin Park, IL, part of Franklin Park SD 84. Passow Elementary School serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Passow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #346 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Passow Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,534
Chronic Absenteeism19.8%

Passow Elementary School — Students at Passow Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.4% (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
91%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
31%
2022
ELA
36%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Passow Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in IL
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

Location

2838 Calwagner St, Franklin Park, IL 60131

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Passow Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Dan H Pietrini Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, John F Kennedy Elem School (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Schiller Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in Franklin Park, see our Franklin Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Hester Jr High School Franklin Park 0.1 mi 7.3
Dan H Pietrini Elem School Franklin Park 0.5 mi 7.2
North Elem School Franklin Park 0.6 mi 8.1
East Leyden High School Franklin Park 0.8 mi 7.5
Scott Elementary School Melrose Park 0.8 mi 6.3
Mannheim Middle School Melrose Park 1.1 mi 6.1
Lincoln Middle School Schiller Park 1.5 mi 6.2
John F Kennedy Elem School Schiller Park 1.4 mi 6.5
Rhodes Elem School River Grove 1.3 mi 5.9
Grant Primary Stone Park 1.8 mi 4.6
Stevenson Middle School Melrose Park 1.9 mi 7.3
Whittier Primary School Northlake 1.7 mi 3.8
ALPHA AND OMEGA LEARNING CENTER Melrose Park 2.1 mi
River Grove Elem School River Grove 1.6 mi 5.8
Roy Elem School Northlake 1.8 mi 5.4
Grant Elem School Melrose Park 2.2 mi 4.8
JOSEPH ACADEMY-MELROSE PARK Melrose Park 2.3 mi 4.7
JOSEPH ACADEMY Melrose Park 2.3 mi
Washington Elem School Schiller Park 2.5 mi 6.0
West Leyden High School Northlake 1.9 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,404

Median Home Value

$261,800

Median Rent

$1,092/mo

Population

18,059

College Educated

18.7%

Homeownership

75.5%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

38

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

School Rating
Betsy Ross Elem School Prospect Heights, IL 8.4
Countryside Elem School Barrington, IL 8.4
Madison Elem School Wheaton, IL 8.4
Mitchell Elem School Chicago, IL 8.4
North Barrington Elem School North Barrington, IL 8.4
North Elem School Nokomis, IL 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Passow Elementary School

What grades does Passow Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Passow Elementary School?

Passow Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Passow Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Passow Elementary School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Passow Elementary School rank in IL?

Passow Elementary School ranks #346 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Passow Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Passow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Passow Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Passow Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Passow Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Passow Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Passow Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

64.6% of students at Passow 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

District

Franklin Park SD 84
District Enrollment
1,266
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,534
District Rank
#1 of 4

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