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Wadsworth Elementary School

6650 S Ellis Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wadsworth 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 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 475 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wadsworth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Wadsworth Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Mascot
Tigers

School Rankings

Wadsworth 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 Wadsworth Elementary School is 0.11, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#3447 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
4%
27%
7%
30%
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
94%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.11
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
29%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wadsworth Elementary School's ranking?
Wadsworth Elementary School is ranked #3447 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wadsworth Elementary School?
475 students attend Wadsworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wadsworth Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wadsworth Elementary School?
Wadsworth Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wadsworth Elementary School offer ?
Wadsworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Wadsworth Elementary School part of?
Wadsworth Elementary School is part of Chicago 51爆料s District 299.
In what neighborhood is Wadsworth Elementary School located?
Wadsworth Elementary School is located in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Woodlawn.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
This school is the beat with out Wadsworth There would not be know engineer, scientists ,technologists
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Janiah

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 475 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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