Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Concord 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Concord Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Darien, IL, spanning approximately 4.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Concord Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Concord Elementary School's student population of 460 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Concord 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 Concord 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
#247 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Concord Elementary School's ranking?
Concord Elementary School is ranked #247 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Concord Elementary School often compared to?
Concord Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower West Elementary School, Lace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Concord Elementary School?
460 students attend Concord Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Concord Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Concord Elementary School?
Concord Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Concord Elementary School offer ?
Concord Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Concord Elementary School part of?
Concord Elementary School is part of Cass SD 63 School District.
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