Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Devonshire School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Devonshire School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Devonshire School's student population of 299 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Devonshire School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Devonshire School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1466 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
28%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Devonshire School's ranking?
Devonshire School is ranked #1466 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Devonshire School?
299 students attend Devonshire School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Devonshire School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Devonshire School?
Devonshire School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Devonshire School offer ?
Devonshire School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Devonshire School part of?
Devonshire School is part of Community Cons SD 59 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Non-Attendance Days: Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day: Students and Staff
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
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