Serving 317 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elm Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Elm Elementary School's student population of 317 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elm Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elm Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#20 out of 3663 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
34%
5%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
27%
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 Elm Elementary School's ranking?
Elm Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Elm Elementary School often compared to?
Elm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Elm Elementary School?
317 students attend Elm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Elm Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elm Elementary School?
Elm Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elm Elementary School offer ?
Elm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elm Elementary School part of?
Elm Elementary School is part of Hinsdale CCSD 181 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day Rising Stars
May 29, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day Half-Day Kindergarten
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
Half-Day Attendance Last Day
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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