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#1391 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 37% in state
Based on limited data
Willow School
Elementary School · Homewood SD 153
1804 Willow Rd, Homewood, IL 60430
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,391 of 3,813
In Homewood
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Homewood SD 153
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Willow School
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About Willow School
Willow School is a public elementary school in Homewood, IL, part of Homewood SD 153. Willow School serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,391 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Willow 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.2%
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 Willow School Compares
See how Willow School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1804 Willow Rd, Homewood, IL 60430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heather Hill Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Flossmoor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Serena Hills Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Chicago Heights), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Western Avenue Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Flossmoor), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Homewood, see our Homewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRIGHT START CHILD CARE Homewood | 0.5 mi | — |
| HELLO MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Homewood | 0.6 mi | — |
| Winston Churchill School Homewood | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| FLOSSMOOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Flossmoor | 0.9 mi | — |
| James Hart School Homewood | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Western Avenue Elem School Flossmoor | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Serena Hills Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| INFANT JESUS OF PRAGUE SCHOOL Flossmoor | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| THE ALPHABET CAMPUS Homewood | 1.5 mi | — |
| Parker Junior High School Flossmoor | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Longwood Elem School Glenwood | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| GLENWOOD ACADEMY Glenwood | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Heather Hill Elem School Flossmoor | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Greenbriar Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Jesse C White Learning Academy Hazel Crest | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Homewood-Flossmoor High School Flossmoor | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Barack H Obama Learning Academy Markham | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| NAZARENE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Chicago Heights | 2.6 mi | — |
| Kennedy Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,402
Median Home Value
$209,100
Median Rent
$1,419/mo
Population
19,993
College Educated
46.1%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert Cassens Elementary Glen Carbon, IL | 6.8 |
| Audubon Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.8 |
| Autumn Creek Elem Sch Yorkville, IL | 6.8 |
| Brookdale Elementary School Naperville, IL | 6.8 |
| Churchill Elem School Glen Ellyn, IL | 6.8 |
| Davenport Elem School Eureka, IL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow School
What grades does Willow School serve?
Willow School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Willow School?
Willow School has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow School?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willow School rank in IL?
Willow School ranks #1,391 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Willow School's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Willow School a charter school?
No, Willow School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willow School a Title I school?
No, Willow School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willow School?
39.2% of students at Willow 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 600
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (708) 798-3720
Resources & Links
District
Homewood SD 153- District Enrollment
- 1,849
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,915
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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