Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sward Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sward Elementary School serves a central area in Oak Lawn, IL, covering approximately 1 square mile. The school is typically a short 5-10 minute drive from most locations within this zone, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 1 mile.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sward Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sward Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sward Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1039 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)26%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 20-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 Sward Elementary School's ranking?
Sward Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sward Elementary School often compared to?
Sward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George W Lieb Elementary School, Harnew Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sward Elementary School?
457 students attend Sward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sward Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sward Elementary School?
Sward Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sward Elementary School offer ?
Sward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sward Elementary School part of?
Sward Elementary School is part of Oak Lawn-Hometown SD 123 School District.
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