Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, J Leigh Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: J Leigh Elementary School serves a central area in Harwood Heights, IL, encompassing approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J Leigh Elementary School's student population of 612 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
J Leigh 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 Leigh Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#922 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Leigh Elementary School's ranking?
J Leigh Elementary School is ranked #922 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are J Leigh Elementary School often compared to?
J Leigh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennoyer Elementary School, Union Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J Leigh Elementary School?
612 students attend J Leigh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of J Leigh Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Leigh Elementary School?
J Leigh Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J Leigh Elementary School offer ?
J Leigh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is J Leigh Elementary School part of?
J Leigh Elementary School is part of Norridge SD 80 School District.
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