Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dewey 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dewey Elementary School serves the eastern part of Evanston, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 1.4 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dewey 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
Dewey Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day, Whatever It Takes
School Rankings
Dewey 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 Dewey Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#239 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
13%
16%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewey Elementary School's ranking?
Dewey Elementary School is ranked #239 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dewey Elementary School often compared to?
Dewey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Ml King Jr Literary&fine Arts, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dewey Elementary School?
321 students attend Dewey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dewey Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dewey Elementary School?
Dewey Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dewey Elementary School offer ?
Dewey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dewey Elementary School part of?
Dewey Elementary School is part of Evanston CCSD 65 School District.
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