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#2634 of 3,813 schools in IL
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Westchester Primary School
Elementary School · Westchester SD 92-5
2400 Downing Ave, Westchester, IL 60154
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,634 of 3,813
In Westchester
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Westchester SD 92-5
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Westchester Primary School
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About Westchester Primary School
Westchester Primary School is a public elementary school in Westchester, IL, part of Westchester SD 92-5. Westchester Primary School serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Westchester Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,634 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Westchester Primary School Compares
See how Westchester Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2400 Downing Ave, Westchester, IL 60154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westchester Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Field Park Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Western Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Laidlaw Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Western Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Forest Road Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby La Grange Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westchester, see our Westchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIVINE PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Westchester | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hillside | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Westchester Intermediate School Westchester | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Westchester Middle School Westchester | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| NAZARETH ACADEMY La Grange Park | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Forest Road Elem School La Grange Park | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Park Junior High School La Grange Park | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Proviso West High School Hillside | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Barnsdale Road School La Grange Park | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Ogden Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL La Grange | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Hillside Elem School Hillside | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF LAGRANGE La Grange | 2.0 mi | — |
| McClure Jr High School Western Springs | 2.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Field Park Elem School Western Springs | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Bellwood | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Lyons Twp High Sch La Grange | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Brook Park Elem School La Grange Park | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| John Laidlaw Elem School Western Springs | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Early Childhood Center Bellwood | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,561
Median Home Value
$297,400
Median Rent
$1,767/mo
Population
16,524
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
91.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
52.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
| CALVARY ACADEMY South Holland, IL | 5.4 |
| Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High Sch Hardin, IL | 5.4 |
| Carolyn Wenz Elem School Paris, IL | 5.4 |
| Carrier Mills-Stonefort Elem Sch Carrier Mills, IL | 5.4 |
| Carroll Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westchester Primary School
What grades does Westchester Primary School serve?
Westchester Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Westchester Primary School?
Westchester Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westchester Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westchester Primary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westchester Primary School rank in IL?
Westchester Primary School ranks #2,634 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Westchester Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westchester Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Westchester Primary School a charter school?
No, Westchester Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westchester Primary School a Title I school?
No, Westchester Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westchester Primary School?
41.6% of students at Westchester Primary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (708) 450-2700
Resources & Links
District
Westchester SD 92-5- District Enrollment
- 1,063
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,301
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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