Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ardmore Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ardmore Elementary School serves a central area in Villa Park, IL, covering approximately 1.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ardmore Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Students to Successfully Navigate a Dynamic World
School Rankings
Ardmore Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardmore Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#269 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
65%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardmore Elementary School's ranking?
Ardmore Elementary School is ranked #269 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ardmore Elementary School often compared to?
Ardmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westmore Elementary School, Schafer Elementary School, Ardmore 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 27% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ardmore Elementary School?
425 students attend Ardmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ardmore Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ardmore Elementary School?
Ardmore Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ardmore Elementary School offer ?
Ardmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ardmore Elementary School part of?
Ardmore Elementary School is part of School District 45 Dupage County.
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