Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edgar A Poe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgar A Poe Elementary School serves the west part of Arlington Heights, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgar A Poe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Edgar A Poe Elementary School's student population of 317 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Panther, Always a Panther!
School Rankings
Edgar A Poe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgar A Poe Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1308 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
71%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Orange
School Mascot
Edgar The Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgar A Poe Elementary School's ranking?
Edgar A Poe Elementary School is ranked #1308 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Edgar A Poe Elementary School often compared to?
Edgar A Poe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry W Longfellow Elementary School, J W Riley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edgar A Poe Elementary School?
317 students attend Edgar A Poe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Edgar A Poe Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgar A Poe Elementary School?
Edgar A Poe Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edgar A Poe Elementary School offer ?
Edgar A Poe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Edgar A Poe Elementary School part of?
Edgar A Poe Elementary School is part of Wheeling CCSD 21 School District.
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