Serving 181 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Langford A Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Langford A Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Langford A Elementary School's student population of 181 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Mighty Langford Lions!
School Rankings
Langford A Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Langford A Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
73%
16%
White
2%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
32%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langford A Elementary School's ranking?
Langford A Elementary School is ranked #3239 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Langford A Elementary School?
181 students attend Langford A Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Langford A Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Langford A Elementary School?
Langford A Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Langford A Elementary School offer ?
Langford A Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Langford A Elementary School part of?
Langford A Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Langford A Elementary School located?
Langford A Elementary School is located in the West Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in West Englewood.
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