Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Elwood C C School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elwood C C School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Elwood C C School's student population of 286 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elwood C C School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elwood C C School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#759 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
28%
Black
11%
17%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elwood C C School's ranking?
Elwood C C School is ranked #759 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Elwood C C School often compared to?
Elwood C C Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crystal Lawns Elementary School, Eisenhower Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Elwood C C School?
286 students attend Elwood C C School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Elwood C C School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elwood C C School?
Elwood C C School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elwood C C School offer ?
Elwood C C School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Elwood C C School part of?
Elwood C C School is part of Elwood CCSD 203 School District.
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