Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Greeley Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Greeley Elementary School serves the eastern part of Winnetka, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greeley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Greeley Elementary School's student population of 355 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Rankings
Greeley Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greeley Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#31 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greeley Elementary School's ranking?
Greeley Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Greeley Elementary School often compared to?
Greeley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hubbard Woods Elementary School, Waters Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Greeley Elementary School?
355 students attend Greeley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Greeley Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greeley Elementary School?
Greeley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greeley Elementary School offer ?
Greeley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Greeley Elementary School part of?
Greeley Elementary School is part of Winnetka SD 36 School District.
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