Morton Gingerwood Elementary School
Morton Gingerwood Elementary School serves 224 students in grades 1-2.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morton Gingerwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Morton Gingerwood Elementary School's student population of 224 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Morton Gingerwood Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
25%
27%
Black
14%
17%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morton Gingerwood Elementary School's ranking?
Morton Gingerwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for: Most diverse schools (Top 5%).
How many students attend Morton Gingerwood Elementary School?
224 students attend Morton Gingerwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Morton Gingerwood Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Morton Gingerwood Elementary School offer ?
Morton Gingerwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Morton Gingerwood Elementary School part of?
Morton Gingerwood Elementary School is part of Arbor Park School District 145.
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