Serving 260 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Braeside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Braeside Elementary School serves the southeast part of Highland Park, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point in the zone located 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Braeside 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
Braeside Elementary School's student population of 260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Braeside School is to provide children with an educational environment that fosters the greatest possible development of their potential, thus enabling them to realize their contributions to self and society.
School Rankings
Braeside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Braeside Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#90 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Braeside Elementary School's ranking?
Braeside Elementary School is ranked #90 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Braeside Elementary School often compared to?
Braeside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ravinia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Braeside Elementary School?
260 students attend Braeside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Braeside Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Braeside Elementary School?
Braeside Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Braeside Elementary School offer ?
Braeside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Braeside Elementary School part of?
Braeside Elementary School is part of North Shore SD 112 School District.
In what neighborhood is Braeside Elementary School located?
Braeside Elementary School is located in the Braeside neighborhood of Highland Park, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in Braeside.
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