Serving 989 students in grades 9-12, Elmwood Park High 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 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 989 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmwood Park High School's student population of 989 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
989 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elmwood Park High 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 Elmwood Park High School is 0.53, 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
#1653 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
59%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmwood Park High School's ranking?
Elmwood Park High School is ranked #1653 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elmwood Park High School?
The graduation rate of Elmwood Park High School is 88%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elmwood Park High School?
989 students attend Elmwood Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Elmwood Park High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmwood Park High School?
Elmwood Park High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elmwood Park High School offer ?
Elmwood Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elmwood Park High School part of?
Elmwood Park High School is part of Elmwood Park CUSD 401 School District.
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