Serving 527 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Everett Dirksen Elementary School serves a central area in Schaumburg, IL, covering approximately 1.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.6 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Everett Dirksen Elementary School's student population of 527 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
527 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Everett Dirksen 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 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
#438 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
34%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everett Dirksen Elementary School's ranking?
Everett Dirksen Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 3,542 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?
527 students attend Everett Dirksen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Everett Dirksen Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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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