Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fernwood Elementary 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fernwood Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fernwood Elementary School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1927
School Rankings
Fernwood Elementary 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 Fernwood Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
88%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernwood Elementary School's ranking?
Fernwood Elementary School is ranked #2478 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fernwood Elementary School?
259 students attend Fernwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Fernwood Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernwood Elementary School?
Fernwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fernwood Elementary School offer ?
Fernwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Fernwood Elementary School part of?
Fernwood Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Fernwood Elementary School located?
Fernwood Elementary School is located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Washington Heights.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break/ NO SCHOOL
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
P.A.W.S and R.O.A.R Literacy Celebration/ Report Card Distribution/ Last Day of School
June 11, 2027 (Friday)
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