Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Norwood Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwood Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norwood Park Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norwood Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwood Park Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#630 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
36%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwood Park Elementary School's ranking?
Norwood Park Elementary School is ranked #630 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Norwood Park Elementary School often compared to?
Norwood Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oriole Park Elementary School, Edison Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Norwood Park Elementary School?
337 students attend Norwood Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Norwood Park Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norwood Park Elementary School?
Norwood Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norwood Park Elementary School offer ?
Norwood Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Norwood Park Elementary School part of?
Norwood Park Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Norwood Park Elementary School located?
Norwood Park Elementary School is located in the Norwood Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Norwood Park.
School Reviews
5 9/22/2021
This is a top school and a hidden gem in the northwest side of the city.
2 10/11/2010
It basically caters for lower income families although it is in a middle class area. They don't push the students very hard unless you are a minority of course.
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