Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Edgebrook Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgebrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Edgebrook Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Edgebrook Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgebrook Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
22%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgebrook Elementary School's ranking?
Edgebrook Elementary School is ranked #294 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Edgebrook Elementary School often compared to?
Edgebrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sauganash Elementary School, Wildwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edgebrook Elementary School?
508 students attend Edgebrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Edgebrook Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgebrook Elementary School?
Edgebrook Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edgebrook Elementary School offer ?
Edgebrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Edgebrook Elementary School part of?
Edgebrook Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Edgebrook Elementary School located?
Edgebrook Elementary School is located in the Forest Glen neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Forest Glen.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School Elementary Campus
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of School PK Campus
August 19, 2025 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - Non Attendance Day
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break - Non Attendance Day
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - Non Attendance Day
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
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