Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Everett Dirksen Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Everett Dirksen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Everett Dirksen Elementary School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Everett Dirksen Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Everett Dirksen 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
#542 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everett Dirksen Elementary School's ranking?
Everett Dirksen Elementary School is ranked #542 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Everett Dirksen Elementary School often compared to?
Everett Dirksen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover Math And Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Everett Dirksen Elementary School?
522 students attend Everett Dirksen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Everett Dirksen Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Everett Dirksen Elementary School?
Everett Dirksen Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Everett Dirksen Elementary School offer ?
Everett Dirksen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Everett Dirksen Elementary School part of?
Everett Dirksen Elementary School is part of Schaumburg CCSD 54 School District.
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