Serving 319 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J W Riley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J W Riley Elementary School serves the west part of Arlington Heights, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J W Riley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
J W Riley Elementary School's student population of 319 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Ram, Always a Ram!
School Rankings
J W Riley 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 W Riley Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#938 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)14.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J W Riley Elementary School's ranking?
J W Riley Elementary School is ranked #938 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are J W Riley Elementary School often compared to?
J W Riley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Booth Tarkington Elementary School, Edgar A Poe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J W Riley Elementary School?
319 students attend J W Riley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of J W Riley Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J W Riley Elementary School?
J W Riley Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J W Riley Elementary School offer ?
J W Riley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J W Riley Elementary School part of?
J W Riley Elementary School is part of Wheeling CCSD 21 School District.
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