Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Greenwood 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenwood Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in South Holland, IL, covering approximately 3.1 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 1.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenwood Elementary School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Greenwood 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 Greenwood Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#2856 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)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 22-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 Greenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Greenwood Elementary School is ranked #2856 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Greenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Greenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taft School, Eisenhower School by visitors of our site.
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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Greenwood Elementary School?
321 students attend Greenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Greenwood Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenwood Elementary School?
Greenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenwood Elementary School offer ?
Greenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Greenwood Elementary School part of?
Greenwood Elementary School is part of South Holland SD 150 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No Attendance
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School - 1/2 day for students
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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