Westchester Primary School

2400 Downing Ave
Westchester, IL 60154
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Westchester Primary School serves 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 364 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Westchester Primary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 2.9 square miles in Westchester, IL. Most areas within the zone are a quick 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Westchester Primary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Westchester Primary School is 0.66, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
49%
29%
Black
26%
16%
White
20%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
80%
0.66
(22-23)
21.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Westchester Primary School often compared to?
Westchester Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westchester Intermediate School, Lindop Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Westchester Primary School?
364 students attend Westchester Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Westchester Primary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westchester Primary School?
Westchester Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westchester Primary School offer ?
Westchester Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Westchester Primary School part of?
Westchester Primary School is part of Westchester SD 92-5 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 364 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Westchester Primary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 2.9 square miles in Westchester, IL. Most areas within the zone are a quick 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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