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Winston Churchill School

Elementary School · Homewood SD 153

1300 190th St, Homewood, IL 60430

Enrollment

546

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,755 of 3,813

In Homewood

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Homewood SD 153

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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5.2/10

Elementary School in Homewood · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Winston Churchill School

Winston Churchill School is a public elementary school in Homewood, IL, part of Homewood SD 153. Winston Churchill School serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Winston Churchill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,755 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Winston Churchill School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,915
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Winston Churchill School — Students at Winston Churchill School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2022
ELA
31%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Winston Churchill School Compares

See how Winston Churchill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in IL
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

Location

1300 190th St, Homewood, IL 60430

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winston Churchill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heather Hill Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Flossmoor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Serena Hills Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Chicago Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Western Avenue Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Flossmoor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Homewood, see our Homewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HELLO MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Homewood 0.3 mi
Serena Hills Elem School Chicago Heights 0.9 mi 7.2
James Hart School Homewood 1.0 mi 5.5
Willow School Homewood 0.9 mi 6.8
GLENWOOD ACADEMY Glenwood 0.9 mi 7.1
Longwood Elem School Glenwood 1.1 mi 3.1
Greenbriar Elem School Chicago Heights 1.4 mi 5.4
BRIGHT START CHILD CARE Homewood 1.4 mi
THE ALPHABET CAMPUS Homewood 1.5 mi
MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago Heights 1.8 mi 5.1
FLOSSMOOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Flossmoor 1.5 mi
Western Avenue Elem School Flossmoor 1.5 mi 6.9
Bloom High School Chicago Heights 2.1 mi 5.2
Chicago Heights Middle School Chicago Hts 2.3 mi 7.6
Kennedy Elem School Chicago Heights 2.4 mi 6.0
Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights 2.4 mi 6.0
INFANT JESUS OF PRAGUE SCHOOL Flossmoor 1.9 mi 6.1
NAZARENE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Chicago Heights 2.3 mi
Roosevelt Elem School Chicago Heights 2.7 mi 6.1
Heather Hill Elem School Flossmoor 2.1 mi 7.6

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

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Charles Reed Elementary Sch Plainfield, IL 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winston Churchill School

What grades does Winston Churchill School serve?

Winston Churchill School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Winston Churchill School?

Winston Churchill School has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winston Churchill School?

The student-teacher ratio at Winston Churchill School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winston Churchill School rank in IL?

Winston Churchill School ranks #2,755 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Winston Churchill School's MySchoolScout rating?

Winston Churchill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Winston Churchill School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winston Churchill School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Winston Churchill School a charter school?

No, Winston Churchill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Winston Churchill School a Title I school?

No, Winston Churchill School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winston Churchill School?

43.0% of students at Winston Churchill 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

Homewood SD 153
District Enrollment
1,849
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,915
District Rank
#3 of 3

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