Serving 504 students in grades 5-8, J Giles Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Giles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
J Giles Elementary School's student population of 504 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J Giles Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J Giles Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#864 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
30%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
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 J Giles Elementary School's ranking?
J Giles Elementary School is ranked #864 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J Giles Elementary School?
504 students attend J Giles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of J Giles Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Giles Elementary School?
J Giles Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J Giles Elementary School offer ?
J Giles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is J Giles Elementary School part of?
J Giles Elementary School is part of Norridge School District 80.
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