Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Ridge Elementary School's student population of 627 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
West Ridge Elementary 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 West Ridge Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1626 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
6%
Hispanic
24%
28%
Black
16%
16%
White
28%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
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 West Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
West Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1626 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
West Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mosaic School Of Fine Arts 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 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Ridge Elementary School?
627 students attend West Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of West Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Ridge Elementary School?
West Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Ridge Elementary School offer ?
West Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is West Ridge Elementary School part of?
West Ridge Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is West Ridge Elementary School located?
West Ridge Elementary School is located in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in West Ridge.
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