Dorn Elementary School serves 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dorn Elementary School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dorn Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
17%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dorn Elementary School often compared to?
Dorn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School, Glen Oaks Elementary School, Columbus Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Dorn Elementary School?
464 students attend Dorn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Dorn Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorn Elementary School?
Dorn Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dorn Elementary School offer ?
Dorn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Dorn Elementary School part of?
Dorn Elementary School is part of North Palos SD 117 School District.
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