Serving 503 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marion Jordan 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 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion Jordan Elementary School serves the west part of Palatine, IL, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Jordan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marion Jordan Elementary School's student population of 503 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion Jordan 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 Marion Jordan 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
#458 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
63%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Marion Jordan Elementary School's ranking?
Marion Jordan Elementary School is ranked #458 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Marion Jordan Elementary School often compared to?
Marion Jordan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunting Ridge Elementary School, Pleasant Hill Elementary School, Stuart R Paddock School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marion Jordan Elementary School?
503 students attend Marion Jordan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Marion Jordan Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Jordan Elementary School?
Marion Jordan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion Jordan Elementary School offer ?
Marion Jordan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marion Jordan Elementary School part of?
Marion Jordan Elementary School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
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