Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fernway Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernway Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fernway Park Elementary School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Fernway Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernway Park Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1030 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
17%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
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 Fernway Park Elementary School's ranking?
Fernway Park Elementary School is ranked #1030 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fernway Park Elementary School often compared to?
Fernway Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial School, Palos West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fernway Park Elementary School?
408 students attend Fernway Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Fernway Park Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fernway Park Elementary School?
Fernway Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fernway Park Elementary School offer ?
Fernway Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fernway Park Elementary School part of?
Fernway Park Elementary School is part of Kirby SD 140 School District.
School Calendar
View the Fernway Park Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School for All Students (EC-8)
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
Middle School Open House at Grissom and Prairie View
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of First Quarter
October 17, 2025 (Friday)
No School - Fall Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Fall Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
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