Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Western Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Avenue Elementary School serves a central area in Flossmoor, IL, covering approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Western Avenue Elementary School's student population of 499 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Avenue Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#563 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Western Avenue Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Western Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Western Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heather Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Western Avenue Elementary School?
499 students attend Western Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Western Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Avenue Elementary School?
Western Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Western Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Western Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Western Avenue Elementary School part of?
Western Avenue Elementary School is part of Flossmoor SD 161 School District.
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