Serving 366 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Harper 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Harper Elementary School serves a central area of approximately 0.8 square miles in Wilmette, IL, with typical drive times of 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 0.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 0.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harper 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
Harper Elementary School's student population of 366 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
366 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Harper 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 Harper Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#95 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)7.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harper Elementary School's ranking?
Harper Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harper Elementary School often compared to?
Harper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Romona Elementary School, Mckenzie Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harper Elementary School?
366 students attend Harper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Harper Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harper Elementary School?
Harper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harper Elementary School offer ?
Harper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Harper Elementary School part of?
Harper Elementary School is part of Wilmette SD 39 School District.
School Calendar
View the Harper Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving Break)
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL (Spring Break)
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Early Release - if no snow days are used)
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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