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Woodrow Wilson Elem School

Elementary School · Cicero SD 99

2310 S 57th Ave, Cicero, IL 60804

Enrollment

650

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,906 of 3,813

In Cicero

#13 of 17

public schools

In district

#11 of 15

Cicero SD 99

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Woodrow Wilson Elem School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Cicero · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodrow Wilson Elem School

Woodrow Wilson Elem School is a public elementary school in Cicero, IL, part of Cicero SD 99. Woodrow Wilson Elem School serves approximately 650 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wilson Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,906 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wilson Elem School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Woodrow Wilson Elem School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

49% of students at Woodrow Wilson 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,162
Chronic Absenteeism49.1%

Woodrow Wilson Elem School — Students at Woodrow Wilson Elem School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 23.9% (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
68%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
6%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
8%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
7%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
ELA
10%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Woodrow Wilson Elem School Compares

See how Woodrow Wilson Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in IL
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.1%

Location

2310 S 57th Ave, Cicero, IL 60804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodrow Wilson Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Warren Park School (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cicero West Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hiawatha Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Berwyn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cicero, see our Cicero schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
J Sterling Morton East High Sch Cicero 0.4 mi 6.6
Sherlock Elem School Cicero 0.4 mi 4.0
Goodwin Elementary School Cicero 0.5 mi 5.4
Unity Jr High School Cicero 0.6 mi 5.2
J Sterling Morton Freshman Cntr Cicero 0.7 mi 5.9
Columbus West Elementary School Cicero 0.9 mi 4.8
Daniel Burnham Elem School Cicero 1.0 mi 5.9
Columbus East Elem School Cicero 0.9 mi 7.0
ST FRANCES OF ROME Cicero 1.0 mi 5.0
Komensky Elem School Berwyn 0.8 mi 6.2
Warren Park School Cicero 1.2 mi 6.4
Cicero West Elementary School Cicero 0.9 mi 6.4
Clark G R Elem School Chicago 1.3 mi 5.7
Cicero East Elem School Cicero 1.1 mi 6.5
T Roosevelt Elem School Cicero 1.2 mi 5.3
Freedom Middle School Berwyn 1.2 mi 6.1
Lincoln Middle School Berwyn 1.2 mi 6.8
District 99 Early Childhood Ctr Cicero 1.4 mi 4.8
Karel Havlicek Elem School Berwyn 1.2 mi 5.2
Hiawatha Elem School Berwyn 1.1 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,548

Median Home Value

$236,000

Median Rent

$1,121/mo

Population

83,223

College Educated

11%

Homeownership

54.6%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

34.3

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Jesse C White Learning Academy Hazel Crest, IL 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodrow Wilson Elem School

What grades does Woodrow Wilson Elem School serve?

Woodrow Wilson Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Woodrow Wilson Elem School?

Woodrow Wilson Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 650 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elem School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodrow Wilson Elem School rank in IL?

Woodrow Wilson Elem School ranks #2,906 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Woodrow Wilson Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodrow Wilson Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Woodrow Wilson Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodrow Wilson Elem School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodrow Wilson Elem School a charter school?

No, Woodrow Wilson Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodrow Wilson Elem School a Title I school?

No, Woodrow Wilson Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodrow Wilson Elem School?

74.8% of students at Woodrow Wilson 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
650
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.1%

District

Cicero SD 99
District Enrollment
8,598
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,162
District Rank
#11 of 15

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