Serving 546 students in grades 3-5, Winston Churchill School ranks in the top 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 30% (which is higher 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 11:1 is lower 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 (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winston Churchill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Winston Churchill School's student population of 546 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winston Churchill 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 Winston Churchill School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1312 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
15%
28%
Black
54%
17%
White
22%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 Winston Churchill School's ranking?
Winston Churchill School is ranked #1312 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% 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 Winston Churchill School?
546 students attend Winston Churchill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Winston Churchill School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winston Churchill School?
Winston Churchill School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winston Churchill School offer ?
Winston Churchill School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Winston Churchill School part of?
Winston Churchill School is part of Homewood SD 153 School District.
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