Serving 241 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Middlefork Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Middlefork Primary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Winnetka, IL, covering approximately 3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middlefork Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Middlefork Primary School's student population of 241 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
241 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middlefork Primary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middlefork Primary School is 0.34, 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
#154 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
81%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middlefork Primary School's ranking?
Middlefork Primary School is ranked #154 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Middlefork Primary School often compared to?
Middlefork Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Grove Elementary School, Harper Elementary School, Romona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Middlefork Primary School?
241 students attend Middlefork Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Middlefork Primary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middlefork Primary School?
Middlefork Primary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Middlefork Primary School offer ?
Middlefork Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Middlefork Primary School part of?
Middlefork Primary School is part of Sunset Ridge SD 29 School District.
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