Field Park Elem School

4335 Howard Ave
Western Springs, IL 60558

www.d101.org

281 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Field Park Elementary School, located in Western Springs, Illinois, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades K-5 as part of Western Springs School District 101. Situated in a quiet, residential community, the school is well-known for its academic rigor, dedicated teaching staff, and a strong focus on fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment. The school prioritizes a well-rounded education, balancing core curriculum standards with opportunities for social-emotional development, ensuring that students are prepared for the transition to middle school.

Beyond the classroom, Field Park is characterized by a deep sense of community and strong parent involvement. The school community benefits from an active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) that facilitates various enrichment programs, extracurricular activities, and community-building events throughout the year. With its emphasis on inclusivity, high academic expectations, and a collaborative partnership between families and educators, Field Park maintains a reputation as a cornerstone of the Western Springs educational landscape.

281

Total Students

24.1

Full-Time Teachers

11.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Field Park Elem School
Demographic	Student Count
White	248
Hispanic	17
Asian	3
Two or More	12
American Indian	1

White
248 (88.3 %)
Hispanic
17 (6.0 %)
Two or More
12 (4.3 %)
Asian
3 (1.1 %)
American Indian
1 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Western Springs SD 101
Phone:	(708)246-7675
Website:	http://www.d101.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	281
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	24.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.6
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 5

Kindergarten 38

Grade 1 58

Grade 2 47

Grade 3 43

Grade 4 40

Grade 5 50