Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Glen Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Glen Hill Primary serves a central area in Glendale Heights, IL, encompassing approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glen Hill Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
Celebrate diversity. Inspire a passion for learning. Achieve potential.
School Rankings
Glen Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Hill Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1116 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
6%
Hispanic
42%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
28%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Hill Elementary School is ranked #1116 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glen Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Glen Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Hawk Elementary School, Americana Elementary School, G Stanley Hall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Glen Hill Elementary School?
398 students attend Glen Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Glen Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen Hill Elementary School?
Glen Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glen Hill Elementary School offer ?
Glen Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Glen Hill Elementary School part of?
Glen Hill Elementary School is part of Queen Bee SD 16 School District.
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