Serving 638 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Waters Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waters Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waters Elementary School's student population of 638 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waters Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waters Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#460 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
22%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waters Elementary School's ranking?
Waters Elementary School is ranked #460 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Waters Elementary School often compared to?
Waters Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coonley Elementary School, Greeley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Waters Elementary School?
638 students attend Waters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Waters Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waters Elementary School?
Waters Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waters Elementary School offer ?
Waters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Waters Elementary School part of?
Waters Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Waters Elementary School located?
Waters Elementary School is located in the Ravenswood Gardens neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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