Serving 1,015 students in grades 9-12, Elmwood Park High 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,015 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elmwood Park High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 1.9 square miles in Elmwood Park, IL. Typically, it takes 5-10 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum of 1.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmwood Park High School's student population of 1,015 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,015 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elmwood Park High 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 Elmwood Park High School is 0.54, 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
#1957 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Elmwood Park Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmwood Park High School's ranking?
Elmwood Park High School is ranked #1957 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elmwood Park High School?
The graduation rate of Elmwood Park High School is 86%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Elmwood Park High School?
1,015 students attend Elmwood Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Elmwood Park High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmwood Park High School?
Elmwood Park High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elmwood Park High School offer ?
Elmwood Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elmwood Park High School part of?
Elmwood Park High School is part of Elmwood Park CUSD 401 School District.
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