Serving 215 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 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 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5's student population of 215 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Hawk
School Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 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 Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1289 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
14%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
81%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5's ranking?
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 is ranked #1289 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 often compared to?
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5is often viewed alongside schools like Kingston Elementary School, North Grove 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5?
215 students attend Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5?
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 offer ?
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 part of?
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 is part of Hiawatha CUSD 426 School District.
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