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Whistler Elementary School

11533 S Ada St
Chicago, IL 60643
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Whistler 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 257 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Whistler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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School Overview

Whistler Elementary School's student population of 257 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Whistler Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whistler Elementary School is 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2660 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
10-14%
27%
10-14%
30%
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
97%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
42%
27%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whistler Elementary School's ranking?
Whistler Elementary School is ranked #2660 out of 3,542 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Whistler Elementary School?
257 students attend Whistler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Whistler Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whistler Elementary School?
Whistler Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Whistler Elementary School offer ?
Whistler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Whistler Elementary School part of?
Whistler Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Whistler Elementary School located?
Whistler Elementary School is located in the West Pullman neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in West Pullman.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 257 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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