Ward J Elementary School
Ward J Elementary School serves 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
Ward J Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 38%) for the 2018-19 school year.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ward J Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ward J Elementary School's student population of 578 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ward J Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2018-19 school year.
The diversity score of Ward J Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#608 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
71%
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
10%
17%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
3%
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 Ward J Elementary School's ranking?
Ward J Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for: Highest overall rank (Top 20%) and Highest math proficiency (Top 10%).
What schools are Ward J Elementary School often compared to?
Ward J Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Healy Elementary School, Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Ward J Elementary School?
578 students attend Ward J Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ward J Elementary School students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ward J Elementary School offer ?
Ward J Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Ward J Elementary School part of?
Ward J Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago School District 299.
School Reviews
5 9/29/2009
Despite the school being the oldest educational facilty in Chicago, Ward carries a good reputation for limited crime, residing itself on the safe boundries of Chinatown. The population mostly consists of Asians, most repectively, Chinese. Most of the faculty offers an intense learning experience. The school is somewhat small compared to others (500+), but the school offers various opportunities and activities. It is how one considers his choices that stands in the matter of his success. Talented students in the academic or physical areas have their choices. Academic competitions (i.e. Academic Bowl, Math Team, etc.) have placed good marks in Area and City competitions, while the athletic teams have beaten down many of its stronger opponents. Level of parent involvement is pretty good, as there are Meet the Teachers Night's, Family Reading Night, etc.; however, there are still space for improvement on updating the school's website more often. Overall, I love this school. It has given me memories and nourishment of which I will never grow out. I now think of school as not only a development for life but life itself. I strongly recommend going to this school, especially because of the fact that it offers Spanish enrichment in its curriculum. I will never have any regret of choosing this school instead of Haines.
~ Yongming Deng, Class of 2010 :)
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