Serving 370 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Devonshire School serves the eastern part of Des Plaines, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most being within 0.7 miles of its edge and the furthest point about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Devonshire School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Rankings
Devonshire School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Devonshire School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1314 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
38%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Devonshire School's ranking?
Devonshire School is ranked #1314 out of 3,542 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
370 students attend Devonshire School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Devonshire School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Devonshire School?
Devonshire School has a student ration of 12:1, 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 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day: Students and Staff (Early Release)
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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