Serving 442 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Park Elem Academy serves the northwest part of Chicago, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Park Elementary Academy's student population of 442 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
442 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Rankings
West Park Elementary Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Park Elementary Academy is 0.33, 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
#3170 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
80%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
3%
45%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 28-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Park Elementary Academy's ranking?
West Park Elementary Academy is ranked #3170 out of 3,542 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
442 students attend West Park Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Park Elementary Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Park Elementary Academy?
West Park Elementary Academy has a student ration of 11:1, 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.
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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