Serving 580 students in grades Kindergarten-5, May Watts Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
May Watts 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
May Watts Elementary School's student population of 580 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
May Watts 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 May Watts Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#461 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
53%
5%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
31%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is May Watts Elementary School's ranking?
May Watts Elementary School is ranked #461 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are May Watts Elementary School often compared to?
May Watts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Lou Cowlishaw Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% 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 May Watts Elementary School?
580 students attend May Watts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of May Watts Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of May Watts Elementary School?
May Watts Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does May Watts Elementary School offer ?
May Watts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is May Watts Elementary School part of?
May Watts Elementary School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
In what neighborhood is May Watts Elementary School located?
May Watts Elementary School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 35 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.
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