For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 286 students in Elwood, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Elwood, IL is Elwood C C School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elwood, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Elwood have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elwood, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elwood C C School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
409 N Chicago St
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 423-5588
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 423-5588
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Sowic-comm & Adaptv Bhrv-elwood
Special Education School
409 N Chicago Ave
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 741-7777
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 741-7777
Rank: n/an/a
Sowic-early Childhood Channahon
Special Education School
409 N Chicago Ave
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 741-7777
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 741-7777
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elwood, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Elwood, IL include Elwood C C School.
How many public schools are located in Elwood?
3 public schools are located in Elwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Elwood?
Elwood public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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