Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwest 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 15-19% (which is lower than 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 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwest School's student population of 218 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1716 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
38%
28%
Black
24%
16%
White
34%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest School's ranking?
Northwest School is ranked #1716 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Northwest School often compared to?
Northwest Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Dual Language Academy, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Northwest School?
218 students attend Northwest School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Northwest School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest School?
Northwest School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest School offer ?
Northwest School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Northwest School part of?
Northwest School is part of Evergreen Park ESD 124 School District.
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