Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School serves 449 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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
449 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School is 0.72, which is more 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
3%
6%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
29%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School often compared to?
Dr Kenneth M Sorrick Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dorn Elementary School, Columbus Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School?
449 students attend Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School students are White, 29% of students are Two or more races, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School?
Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School offer ?
Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School part of?
Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School is part of North Palos SD 117 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School - Students in Grades K-8
August 14, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of School for Preschool Students
August 18, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
March 23, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
March 24, 2027 (Wednesday)
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