WILDWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wildwood Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 494 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 28 teachers, Wildwood Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Wildwood Elementary School is a highly-regarded Chicago Public School (CPS) located in the North Edgebrook neighborhood. As a magnet school, it is widely recognized for its strong academic reputation and consistently high rankings within the city. The school is known for its rigorous curriculum and dedicated faculty, fostering an environment that emphasizes both intellectual development and personal growth for students in grades PK through 8.

Beyond academics, Wildwood is distinguished by its tight-knit community feel and active parent involvement. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs that contribute to a well-rounded educational experience. Due to its status as a magnet program and its track record of excellence, Wildwood is often one of the most sought-after elementary schools in the Chicago area, reflecting a commitment to maintaining high standards for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Wildwood Elem School at (773) 534-1188 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6950 N Hiawatha Ave
Chicago, IL 60646-1340
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WILDWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Chicago, IL with about 494 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
494
Teachers:
28.84
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 494 students

White
62.8%
Hispanic/Latino
19.4%
Asian
9.3%
Black or African American
3.8%
Two or more races
3.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.8%

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.