Needs Improvement
#3691 of 3,813 schools in IL
Walsh Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
2015 S Peoria St, Chicago, IL 60608
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,691 of 3,813
In Chicago
#616 of 630
public schools
In district
#607 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Walsh Elem School
Walsh Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Walsh Elem School serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Walsh Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,691 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Walsh Elem School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Walsh Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
38% of students at Walsh 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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Walsh Elem School — Students at Walsh Elem School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.0/10.
How Walsh Elem School Compares
See how Walsh Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2015 S Peoria St, Chicago, IL 60608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walsh Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haines Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Healy Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holden Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CITY GARDEN WALDORF SCHOOL Chicago | 0.2 mi | — |
| Jungman Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Perez Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PROCOPIUS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Smyth J Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| ST THERESE SCHOOL WEST Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREP Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Chicago Technology Academy HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| ST THERESE CHINESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Haines Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Pilsen Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Healy Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Juarez Community Academy HS Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Ward J Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Holden Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,704
Median Home Value
$341,500
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
81,459
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Franklin Elementary School Dolton, IL | 3.4 |
| Gilson Brown Elem School Godfrey, IL | 3.4 |
| Higgins Elem Community Academy Chicago, IL | 3.4 |
| Irving Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.4 |
| Neoga Elementary School Neoga, IL | 3.4 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Dolton, IL | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walsh Elem School
What grades does Walsh Elem School serve?
Walsh Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Walsh Elem School?
Walsh Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walsh Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walsh Elem School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walsh Elem School rank in IL?
Walsh Elem School ranks #3,691 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Walsh Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walsh Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Walsh Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walsh Elem School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Walsh Elem School a charter school?
No, Walsh Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walsh Elem School a Title I school?
No, Walsh Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walsh Elem School?
73.1% of students at Walsh 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (773) 534-7950
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #607 of 621
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