Below Average
#3230 of 3,813 schools in IL
W W Walker Elem School
Elementary School · Summit SD 104
7735 W 66th Pl, Bedford Park, IL 60501
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,230 of 3,813
In district
#4 of 5
Summit SD 104
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W W Walker Elem School
Elementary School in Bedford Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W W Walker Elem School
W W Walker Elem School is a public elementary school in Bedford Park, IL, part of Summit SD 104. W W Walker Elem School serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. W W Walker Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,230 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for W W Walker Elem School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, W W Walker Elem School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, W W Walker Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
57% of students at W W Walker 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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W W Walker Elem School — Students at W W Walker Elem School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.5%
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: 4.0/10.
How W W Walker Elem School Compares
See how W W Walker Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7735 W 66th Pl, Bedford Park, IL 60501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W W Walker Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blair Early Childhood Center (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hodgkins Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Hodgkins), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frank A Brodnicki Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Justice), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bedford Park, see our Bedford Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Donald Wharton Elem School Summit | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Argo Community High School Summit | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Heritage Middle School Summit | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Otis P Graves Elem School Summit | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Dore Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Robina Lyle Elementary School Bridgeview | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Walsh Elem School Summit | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| PECKWAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Summit | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Bridgeview Elem School Bridgeview | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Blair Early Childhood Center Chicago | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| George T Wilkins Elem School Justice | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Geo T Wilkins Jr High School Justice | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Frank A Brodnicki Elem School Justice | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Byrne Elem School Chicago | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Maddock Elementary School Burbank | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Gladness V Player ECC Justice | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Costello School Lyons | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Hodgkins Elem School Hodgkins | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Hale Elem School Chicago | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Kennedy High School Chicago | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,110
Median Home Value
$227,300
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
11,490
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chrisman Elem School Chrisman, IL | 4.5 |
| Clay City Elem School Clay City, IL | 4.5 |
| Davie Elem School Anna, IL | 4.5 |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hillside, IL | 4.5 |
| Patoka Elem School Patoka, IL | 4.5 |
| Willow Grove Elem School Centralia, IL | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W W Walker Elem School
What grades does W W Walker Elem School serve?
W W Walker Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend W W Walker Elem School?
W W Walker Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W W Walker Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at W W Walker Elem School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W W Walker Elem School rank in IL?
W W Walker Elem School ranks #3,230 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is W W Walker Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
W W Walker Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 W W Walker Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W W Walker Elem School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is W W Walker Elem School a charter school?
No, W W Walker Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W W Walker Elem School a Title I school?
No, W W Walker Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W W Walker Elem School?
51.5% of students at W W Walker 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.3%
- Phone
- (708) 458-7150
Resources & Links
District
Summit SD 104- District Enrollment
- 1,447
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,862
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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