Serving 227 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ellsworth Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Ellsworth Elementary School serves the northwest part of Naperville, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellsworth 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
Ellsworth Elementary School's student population of 227 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1928
School Rankings
Ellsworth Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellsworth Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#22 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellsworth Elementary School's ranking?
Ellsworth Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ellsworth Elementary School often compared to?
Ellsworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ellsworth Elementary School?
227 students attend Ellsworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ellsworth Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellsworth Elementary School?
Ellsworth Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ellsworth Elementary School offer ?
Ellsworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ellsworth Elementary School part of?
Ellsworth Elementary School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ellsworth Elementary School located?
Ellsworth Elementary School is located in the Naperville Historic District neighborhood of Naperville, IL.
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