Serving 333 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 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Field School's attendance zone is located in Northbrook, IL, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles and encompassing the entire school district. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Field 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
Field School's student population of 333 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
333 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#157 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
37%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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?
333 students attend Field School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Field School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% 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 SD 31 School District.
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