Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Nettelhorst Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nettelhorst Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Nettelhorst Elementary School's student population of 683 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nettelhorst Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nettelhorst Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#643 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
11%
17%
White
55%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nettelhorst Elementary School's ranking?
Nettelhorst Elementary School is ranked #643 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Nettelhorst Elementary School often compared to?
Nettelhorst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy, Harriet Tubman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Nettelhorst Elementary School?
683 students attend Nettelhorst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Nettelhorst Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nettelhorst Elementary School?
Nettelhorst Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nettelhorst Elementary School offer ?
Nettelhorst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Nettelhorst Elementary School part of?
Nettelhorst Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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