Serving 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Joseph Sears 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 77% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Joseph Sears School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
The Joseph Sears School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Joseph Sears 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 The Joseph Sears School is 0.29, 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
#14 out of 3663 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
84%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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 The Joseph Sears School's ranking?
The Joseph Sears School is ranked #14 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are The Joseph Sears School often compared to?
The Joseph Sears Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orrington Elementary School, Oakton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend The Joseph Sears School?
469 students attend The Joseph Sears School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of The Joseph Sears School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Joseph Sears School?
The Joseph Sears School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Joseph Sears School offer ?
The Joseph Sears School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is The Joseph Sears School part of?
The Joseph Sears School is part of Kenilworth SD 38 School District.
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