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Whistler Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
11533 S Ada St, Chicago, IL 60643
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,820 of 3,813
In Chicago
#454 of 630
public schools
In district
#447 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
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Whistler Elem School
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About Whistler Elem School
Whistler Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Whistler Elem School serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Whistler Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,820 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Whistler Elem School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Whistler 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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Whistler Elem School — Students at Whistler Elem School score 8% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 7%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
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: 5.6/10.
How Whistler Elem School Compares
See how Whistler Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11533 S Ada St, Chicago, IL 60643
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whistler Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burr Oak Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Calumet Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Haley Elem Academy (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST WALTER SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colemon J Elem Academy Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Shoop Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Chicago Excel Academy HS Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Higgins Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| White Elem Career Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Morgan Park High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Esmond Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Burr Oak Academy Calumet Park | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Burr Oak Elem School Calumet Park | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Fenger Academy High School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Mount Vernon Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Dunne Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Barnard Elem Comp Math & Sci Ctr Chicago | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Haley Elem Academy Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Julian High School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| UNITED EDUCATIONAL CULTURAL ACADEMY Chicago | 1.6 mi | — |
| Garvey M Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Calumet Elem School Calumet Park | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| MARIAH'S LEARNING CENTER Riverdale | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST WALTER SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,015
Median Home Value
$233,900
Median Rent
$1,359/mo
Population
47,802
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burke Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.1 |
| Caseyville Elementary School Caseyville, IL | 5.1 |
| Coretta Scott King Magnet Sch University Park, IL | 5.1 |
| Elmwood Elem School Elmwood, IL | 5.1 |
| Ernest F Kolb Elem School Oak Lawn, IL | 5.1 |
| Gale Elem Community Academy Chicago, IL | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whistler Elem School
What grades does Whistler Elem School serve?
Whistler Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Whistler Elem School?
Whistler Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whistler Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whistler Elem School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whistler Elem School rank in IL?
Whistler Elem School ranks #2,820 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Whistler Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whistler Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Whistler Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whistler Elem School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whistler Elem School a charter school?
No, Whistler Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whistler Elem School a Title I school?
No, Whistler Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whistler Elem School?
91.8% of students at Whistler 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
- 257
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (773) 535-5560
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #447 of 621
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