Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, John L Sipley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John L Sipley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
John L Sipley Elementary School's student population of 430 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
John L Sipley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John L Sipley Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#505 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John L Sipley Elementary School's ranking?
John L Sipley Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are John L Sipley Elementary School often compared to?
John L Sipley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goodrich Elementary School, Willow Creek Elementary School, Edgewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend John L Sipley Elementary School?
430 students attend John L Sipley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of John L Sipley Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John L Sipley Elementary School?
John L Sipley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does John L Sipley Elementary School offer ?
John L Sipley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is John L Sipley Elementary School part of?
John L Sipley Elementary School is part of Woodridge SD 68 School District.
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