Serving 1,157 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mount Greenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,157 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Greenwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Greenwood Elementary School's student population of 1,157 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Greenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Greenwood Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#614 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
79%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
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 Mount Greenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Greenwood Elementary School is ranked #614 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mount Greenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Mount Greenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cassell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mount Greenwood Elementary School?
1,157 students attend Mount Greenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mount Greenwood Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Greenwood Elementary School?
Mount Greenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mount Greenwood Elementary School offer ?
Mount Greenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Mount Greenwood Elementary School part of?
Mount Greenwood Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount Greenwood Elementary School located?
Mount Greenwood Elementary School is located in the Ashburn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other public schools located in Ashburn.
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