Serving 174 students in grades 4-5, Navajo Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Navajo Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Navajo Heights Elementary School's student population of 174 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Motto
Where Children Are First!
School Rankings
Navajo Heights 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 Navajo Heights Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#617 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Navajo Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Navajo Heights Elementary School is ranked #617 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Navajo Heights Elementary School?
174 students attend Navajo Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Navajo Heights Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Navajo Heights Elementary School?
Navajo Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Navajo Heights Elementary School offer ?
Navajo Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Navajo Heights Elementary School part of?
Navajo Heights Elementary School is part of Palos Heights SD 128 School District.
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