Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Nathan Hale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Nathan Hale Elementary School serves the southwest part of Schaumburg, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathan Hale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nathan Hale Elementary School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Motto
Include, Innovate, Inspire
School Rankings
Nathan Hale 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 Nathan Hale Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#431 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
59%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nathan Hale Elementary School's ranking?
Nathan Hale Elementary School is ranked #431 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Nathan Hale Elementary School often compared to?
Nathan Hale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Dooley Elementary School, Campanelli Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nathan Hale Elementary School?
495 students attend Nathan Hale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Nathan Hale Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nathan Hale Elementary School?
Nathan Hale Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale Elementary School offer ?
Nathan Hale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Nathan Hale Elementary School part of?
Nathan Hale Elementary School is part of Schaumburg CCSD 54 School District.
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