Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Woodson South Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodson South Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodson South Elementary School's student population of 298 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
S.T.A.R.S Scholarship - Teamwork - Accountability - Respect - Success
School Rankings
Woodson South Elementary 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 Woodson South Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
91%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Star colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodson South Elementary School's ranking?
Woodson South Elementary School is ranked #3087 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Woodson South Elementary School often compared to?
Woodson South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ariel Elementary Community Academy, Minnie Minoso Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Woodson South Elementary School?
298 students attend Woodson South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Woodson South Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodson South Elementary School?
Woodson South Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodson South Elementary School offer ?
Woodson South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Woodson South Elementary School part of?
Woodson South Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Woodson South Elementary School located?
Woodson South Elementary School is located in the Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in Bronzeville.
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