Students will find a learning community committed to providing the flexibility and resources they need to succeed when they attend Elmwood Park High School.
The school wants to ensure its nearly 1,000 students in nine through 12th grade are prepared for their post-secondary plans after graduation. To help meet that vision, the school offers individualized guidance on college and career options through its counseling office.
While students receive instruction and guidance in the core academic subjects — English, mathematics, science and social studies — they have the chance to take honors and Advanced Placement courses. They can also take dual-credit classes in almost 20 different subjects through local Triton College.
Elmwood Park students aren’t confined to learning in the classroom. There are several organizations and activities where students can follow their curiosities and interests. The school provides an art club, culture club, DECA and many more extracurricular options.
Elmwood Park belongs to the Illinois High School Association and participates in the Metro Suburban Conference for sports. The available athletic programs include cheerleading, football and golf, depending on the season.
Elmwood Park High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
8201 W Fullerton Ave,
Elmwood Park, IL
Elmwood Park Community Unit School District No. 401
School Details
Head of School
Mr. James Jennings
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
24%
Reading Proficiency
23%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
88%
Niche Grade
B
B-
B
C-
C+
B-
B-
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
23%
Math Proficiency
24%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
70
Full Time Teachers
70
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
570
Verbal
580
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
55.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
321:1
Student Diversity
Male
52.1%
Female
47.9%
Hispanic
58.5%
White
35.7%
Black
2.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.2%
Two or more races
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Illinois Chicago
189 Students
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
172 Students
Loyola University Chicago
155 Students
DePaul University
142 Students
Illinois State University
130 Students
Dominican University
130 Students
Michigan State University
118 Students
Triton College
109 Students
Northwestern University
103 Students
Northern Illinois University
90 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology
79 Students
Business
61 Students
Nursing
58 Students
Biology
56 Students
Computer Science
42 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
29 Students
Accounting
29 Students
Marketing
28 Students
Criminology
28 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
26 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/5/2024
My school has had problems reaching out to parents. And letting students know about things that can affect our safety. Most of the teachers are nice but some take a long time to grade. Little money is spent on dances and they are never fun. I appreciate the security guards in the building. But the school bathrooms are filled with kids who are doing drugs so it always smells and I'll be late to class if I use it because the lines are so long because of the kids messing around. They took the mirrors down in the bathrooms to help keep the kids moving but it hasn't helped. I don't like having to be punished for the other kids goofing off and would like to have mirrors.
6/27/2023
Great classes offered and most teachers were very active in their student's education. The extra curriculars were also a big part of my experience and really made it worthwhile.
2/24/2023
Great school, teachers, neighborhood, etc. my daughter loves it. Food could be better quality. Highly recommend.
GreatSchools Reviews
11/16/2023
My daughter has been here for the past 4 years and in this school district for 13 years. They have the best education to have your child college-ready. My daughter applied to 6 colleges and was accepted to all of them. The community is changing as of late but the educators and staff they have are am...
3/24/2022
Wonderful school! My son has had a great experience in HS. Overall amazing , dedicated teachers and definitely great readiness for college, many opportunities for athletes, both girls and boys.
12/7/2018
I am so upset that we made the decision to move to elmwood park. we should have stayed in the Leyden district. there is no respect to parents and our time we dedicate to the sports programs. the director and his staff are terrible and un fair to the athletes; specifically the girls programs.
6/29/2015
I am very happy with this school and how dedicated the staff and administration are towards student growth and development.
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Map
Attendance Zone
About River Grove
List Price Range
$111K - $580K
Homes For Sale
2
Average Home Value
$365,775
Median Lot Size
4,356 Sq Ft
% Renters
34%
Household Income
$93,353
% of College Grads
28.2%
Median Age
43
Average House Size
1,900 Sq Ft
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Homes for Rent
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$1,175 - $1,475 per month
- Apartment for Rent
- Studio - 1 Bed
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- 400+ Sq Ft
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