Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Walsh Elementary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walsh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Walsh Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Walsh Elementary 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 Walsh Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#3151 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
68%
28%
Black
22%
16%
White
3%
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)
8%
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 Walsh Elementary School's ranking?
Walsh Elementary School is ranked #3151 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Walsh Elementary School?
242 students attend Walsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Walsh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walsh Elementary School?
Walsh Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walsh Elementary School offer ?
Walsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Walsh Elementary School part of?
Walsh Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Walsh Elementary School located?
Walsh Elementary School is located in the Lower West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Lower West Side.
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