Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George B Carpenter Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: George B Carpenter Elementary School serves a central area in Park Ridge, IL, covering approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George B Carpenter 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
George B Carpenter Elementary School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
435 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
George B Carpenter Elementary 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 George B Carpenter Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#60 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
78%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George B Carpenter Elementary School's ranking?
George B Carpenter Elementary School is ranked #60 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are George B Carpenter Elementary School often compared to?
George B Carpenter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, George Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend George B Carpenter Elementary School?
435 students attend George B Carpenter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of George B Carpenter Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George B Carpenter Elementary School?
George B Carpenter Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does George B Carpenter Elementary School offer ?
George B Carpenter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is George B Carpenter Elementary School part of?
George B Carpenter Elementary School is part of Park Ridge CCSD 64 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School- Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 10, 2027 (Thursday)
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