Serving 429 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Edison Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Edison Park Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edison Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Park Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1014 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
25%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Park Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Park Elementary School is ranked #1014 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Edison Park Elementary School often compared to?
Edison Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwood Park Elementary School, Ebinger Elementary School, Oriole Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edison Park Elementary School?
429 students attend Edison Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Edison Park Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison Park Elementary School?
Edison Park Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edison Park Elementary School offer ?
Edison Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Edison Park Elementary School part of?
Edison Park Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison Park Elementary School located?
Edison Park Elementary School is located in the Norwood Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Norwood Park.
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