Serving 613 students in grades 3-5, Half Day 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 70% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Half Day 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
Half Day School's student population of 613 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Motto
To provide innovative learning experiences which empower each student to excel and make a difference in a diverse and interconnected world.
School Rankings
Half Day 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 Half Day School is 0.58, 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
#63 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
50%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Half Day School's ranking?
Half Day School is ranked #63 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Half Day School often compared to?
Half Day Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laura B Sprague School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Half Day School?
613 students attend Half Day School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Half Day School students are Asian, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Half Day School?
Half Day School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Half Day School offer ?
Half Day School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Half Day School part of?
Half Day School is part of Lincolnshire-Prairieview SD 103 School District.
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