Serving 411 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 27% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edison Park Elementary School serves the northwest part of Chicago, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Park Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
411 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
EPE is a positive, purposeful, productive community for all
School Rankings
Edison Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Park Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1199 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Silver
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 #1199 out of 3,542 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 Ebinger Elementary School, Norwood Park Elementary School, Oriole Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edison Park Elementary School?
411 students attend Edison Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Edison Park Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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 Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
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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