Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School serves 450 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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School's student population of 450 students has grown by 11% 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
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
25%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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?
450 students attend Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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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Date
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL (Events)
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
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