Serving 319 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heather 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heather Hill Elementary School serves a central area in Flossmoor, IL, encompassing approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heather Hill Elementary School's student population of 319 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage. Inspire. Empower.
School Rankings
Heather 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 Heather Hill 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
#1193 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
83%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
6%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heather Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Heather Hill Elementary School is ranked #1193 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Heather Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Heather Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Heather Hill Elementary School?
319 students attend Heather Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Heather Hill Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heather Hill Elementary School?
Heather Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heather Hill Elementary School offer ?
Heather Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Heather Hill Elementary School part of?
Heather Hill Elementary School is part of Flossmoor SD 161 School District.
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