Serving 1,182 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mount Greenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount Greenwood Elementary School serves the south part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 1.4 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Greenwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Greenwood Elementary School's student population of 1,182 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,182 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Greenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Greenwood Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#614 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)11.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-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 Mount Greenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Greenwood Elementary School is ranked #614 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mount Greenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Mount Greenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cassell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mount Greenwood Elementary School?
1,182 students attend Mount Greenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mount Greenwood Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Greenwood Elementary School?
Mount Greenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mount Greenwood Elementary School offer ?
Mount Greenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mount Greenwood Elementary School part of?
Mount Greenwood Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Mount Greenwood Elementary School located?
Mount Greenwood Elementary School is located in the Ashburn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in Ashburn.
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