Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Elm Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elm Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Elmwood Park, IL, encompassing approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elm Middle School's student population of 615 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
615 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elm Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elm Middle School is 0.53, 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
#2212 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elm Middle School's ranking?
Elm Middle School is ranked #2212 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Elm Middle School?
615 students attend Elm Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Elm Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm Middle School?
Elm Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elm Middle School offer ?
Elm Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elm Middle School part of?
Elm Middle School is part of Elmwood Park CUSD 401 School District.
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