Serving 365 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Jane Stenson School serves a central area in Skokie, IL, covering approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically live 5-10 minutes away, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jane Stenson School's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Motto
“Educate. Equip. Empower. Every day!”
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 0.78, 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
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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, Fairview South Elementary School, Highland 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?
365 students attend Jane Stenson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Jane Stenson School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% 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 13:1, which is equal to 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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