Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dryden Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dryden Elementary School serves the southeast part of Arlington Heights, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dryden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dryden Elementary School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
521 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Kindness is Contagious.
School Rankings
Dryden Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dryden Elementary School is 0.36, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#496 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
79%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Sky Blue, Dark Blue, & Grey-Blue
School Mascot
Dolphin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dryden Elementary School's ranking?
Dryden Elementary School is ranked #496 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dryden Elementary School often compared to?
Dryden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westgate Elementary School, Juliette Low Elementary School, Westbrook Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dryden Elementary School?
521 students attend Dryden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Dryden Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dryden Elementary School?
Dryden Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dryden Elementary School offer ?
Dryden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dryden Elementary School part of?
Dryden Elementary School is part of Arlington Heights SD 25 School District.
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