Field School

2055 Landwehr Rd
Northbrook, IL 60062
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 316 students in grades 6-8, Field School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 316 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 5% in IL
  • : 55% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Field School's student population of 316 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering every student to make a positive impact on tomorrow's community.

School Rankings

Field School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Field School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#157 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
55%
27%
68%
30%
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
39%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
27%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Field School's ranking?
Field School is ranked #157 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Field School often compared to?
Field Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Point Elementary School, Wood Oaks Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Field School?
316 students attend Field School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Field School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Field School?
Field School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Field School offer ?
Field School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Field School part of?
Field School is part of West Northfield School District 31.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 316 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 55% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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