Serving 541 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elmwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmwood Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The staff of Elmwood Elementary School believes that all students have the right to achieve their potential.
School Rankings
Elmwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmwood Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1949 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
56%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmwood Elementary School's ranking?
Elmwood Elementary School is ranked #1949 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Elmwood Elementary School often compared to?
Elmwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willard Elementary School, Canty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Elmwood Elementary School?
541 students attend Elmwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Elmwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmwood Elementary School?
Elmwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elmwood Elementary School offer ?
Elmwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elmwood Elementary School part of?
Elmwood Elementary School is part of Elmwood Park CUSD 401 School District.
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