Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nature Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nature Ridge Elementary School serves a central area in Bartlett, IL, covering approximately 4.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nature Ridge Elementary School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nature Ridge 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 Nature Ridge Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1399 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
31%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nature Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Nature Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1399 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nature Ridge Elementary School?
458 students attend Nature Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Nature Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nature Ridge Elementary School?
Nature Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nature Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Nature Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Nature Ridge Elementary School part of?
Nature Ridge Elementary School is part of School District U-46.
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