Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Edgewood Elementary 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Edgewood Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edgewood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgewood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1315 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
27%
27%
Black
26%
17%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Every student, every day. At Edgewood School, our commitment is to work and learn together as staff, parents, and children within a caring community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood Elementary School's ranking?
Edgewood Elementary School is ranked #1315 out of 3,426 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Elementary School?
321 students attend Edgewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Edgewood Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgewood Elementary School?
Edgewood Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edgewood Elementary School offer ?
Edgewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Edgewood Elementary School part of?
Edgewood Elementary School is part of Woodridge SD 68 School District.
School Reviews
5 4/29/2022
This school is the best. Teachers are great, whenever there''s the drama they tell students to not gossip. I can really trust my teachers and the adults around me. They try their best to keep us safe and teach us. Our school should have a better rating.
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