Serving 658 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Edison Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Edison Park Elementary School's student population of 658 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edison Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Park Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1268 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
47%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
34%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Park Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Park Elementary School is ranked #1268 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Edison Park Elementary School often compared to?
Edison Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwood Park Elementary School, Ebinger Elementary School, Oriole Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Edison Park Elementary School?
658 students attend Edison Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Edison Park Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison Park Elementary School?
Edison Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edison Park Elementary School offer ?
Edison Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Edison Park Elementary School part of?
Edison Park Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison Park Elementary School located?
Edison Park Elementary School is located in the Norwood Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Norwood Park.
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