Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Park Elementary Academy ranks in the bottom 50% 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Park Elementary Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Park Elementary Academy's student population of 423 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
West Park Elementary Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Park Elementary Academy is 0.30, 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
#2256 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
82%
28%
Black
16%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
39%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Park Elementary Academy's ranking?
West Park Elementary Academy is ranked #2256 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Park Elementary Academy often compared to?
West Park Elementary Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Nobel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Park Elementary Academy?
423 students attend West Park Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of West Park Elementary Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Park Elementary Academy?
West Park Elementary Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Park Elementary Academy offer ?
West Park Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is West Park Elementary Academy part of?
West Park Elementary Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is West Park Elementary Academy located?
West Park Elementary Academy is located in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 16 other public schools located in Humboldt Park.
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