Edgebrook Elementary School

6525 N Hiawatha Ave
Chicago, IL 60646
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Edgebrook Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 554 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 44% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 10%)
  • : 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Edgebrook Elementary School's student population of 554 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
554 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Motto
If what you are doing… Supports your learning, Encourages someone’s heart, or Helps you be your best self, Keep doing it!

School Rankings

Edgebrook Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 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 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#369 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
44%
27%
59%
30%
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
58%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
(22-23)
9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Edgebrook Elementary School's ranking?
Edgebrook Elementary School is ranked #369 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
554 students attend Edgebrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Edgebrook Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% 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.
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
Fall Break - School Bldg Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break - School Bldg Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break - School Bldg Closed
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - School Bldg Closed
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break - School Bldg Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 554 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 44% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 10%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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