Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fernwood 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fernwood Elementary School's student population of 300 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fernwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernwood Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2767 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
97%
17%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernwood Elementary School's ranking?
Fernwood Elementary School is ranked #2767 out of 3,663 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Fernwood Elementary School?
300 students attend Fernwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Fernwood Elementary School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fernwood Elementary School?
Fernwood Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fernwood Elementary School offer ?
Fernwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Fernwood Elementary School part of?
Fernwood Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fernwood Elementary School located?
Fernwood Elementary School is located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Washington Heights.
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