SWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Sward Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Oak Lawn-Hometown SD 123 school district, located in Oak Lawn, IL with about 520 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 31 teachers, Sward Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Sward Elementary School, located at 9830 Brandt Ave in Oak Lawn, Illinois, serves as a cornerstone of the Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that focuses on the holistic development of its students. With a curriculum designed to challenge students academically while encouraging social-emotional growth, Sward emphasizes foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science, alongside a commitment to preparing children for success in middle school and beyond.
The school is recognized for its strong sense of community and the active involvement of parents and local families. By prioritizing small-group instruction and leveraging modern educational technology, Sward staff work to meet the diverse needs of their student population. Beyond the classroom, the school often highlights a culture of kindness and character development, ensuring that students not only excel in their studies but also contribute positively to the broader Oak Lawn community.
For more information, contact Sward Elem School at (708) 423-7820 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Oak Lawn, IL 60453-3029
(708) 423-7820
SWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Oak Lawn, IL with about 520 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Oak Lawn-Hometown SD 123
- Total Students:
- 520
- Teachers:
- 31.55
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 520 students
- White
- 60.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 30.8%
- Black or African American
- 4.0%
- Two or more races
- 2.9%
- Asian
- 1.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.2%
- Male
- 50.8%
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.