Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Ridge Elementary School serves the north part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically live about 5-10 minutes away, with the furthest edge being 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Ridge Elementary School's student population of 683 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
683 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Create and participate in a teaching and learning environment
School Rankings
West Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ridge Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1636 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
34%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
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 Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
West Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1636 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
West Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mosaic School Of Fine Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Ridge Elementary School?
683 students attend West Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of West Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Ridge Elementary School?
West Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Ridge Elementary School offer ?
West Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is West Ridge Elementary School part of?
West Ridge Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is West Ridge Elementary School located?
West Ridge Elementary School is located in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in West Ridge.
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