Serving 167 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Woodlawn Elementary Community School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodlawn Elementary Community School's student population of 167 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
167 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Motto
Every Maroon, Every Day, College Bound!
School Rankings
Woodlawn Elementary Community School 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 Woodlawn Elementary Community School is 0.08, 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
96%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
44%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodlawn Elementary Community School's ranking?
Woodlawn Elementary Community School is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Woodlawn Elementary Community School often compared to?
Woodlawn Elementary Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carnegie Elementary School, Ray Elementary School, South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Woodlawn Elementary Community School?
167 students attend Woodlawn Elementary Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Woodlawn Elementary Community School students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodlawn Elementary Community School?
Woodlawn Elementary Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodlawn Elementary Community School offer ?
Woodlawn Elementary Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Woodlawn Elementary Community School part of?
Woodlawn Elementary Community School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Woodlawn Elementary Community School located?
Woodlawn Elementary Community School is located in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Woodlawn.
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