Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jane Stenson School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jane Stenson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jane Stenson School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Motto
“Educate. Equip. Empower. Every day!”
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
Jane Stenson 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 Jane Stenson School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
6%
Hispanic
23%
28%
Black
10%
16%
White
31%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jane Stenson School's ranking?
Jane Stenson School is ranked #1140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jane Stenson School often compared to?
Jane Stenson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Devonshire Elementary School, Highland Elementary School, Fairview South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Jane Stenson School?
346 students attend Jane Stenson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Jane Stenson School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jane Stenson School?
Jane Stenson School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jane Stenson School offer ?
Jane Stenson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jane Stenson School part of?
Jane Stenson School is part of Skokie SD 68 School District.
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Date
First Day of School
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
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