Serving 711 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John Mills Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Mills Elementary School serves a central area in Elmwood Park, IL, covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 0.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Mills Elementary School's student population of 711 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
711 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Motto
In partnership with the home and community, is to promote self-esteem, academic success, social responsibility and lifelong learning by providing for all students and staff a caring and challenging educational environment.
School Rankings
John Mills Elementary 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 John Mills Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1666 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
65%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
28%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Mills Elementary School's ranking?
John Mills Elementary School is ranked #1666 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% 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 John Mills Elementary School?
711 students attend John Mills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of John Mills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Mills Elementary School?
John Mills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Mills Elementary School offer ?
John Mills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is John Mills Elementary School part of?
John Mills Elementary School is part of Elmwood Park CUSD 401 School District.
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