Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Neil Armstrong Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Neil Armstrong Elementary School serves the northwest part of Hoffman Estates, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with the furthest point being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neil Armstrong Elementary School's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
We strive for greatness.
School Rankings
Neil Armstrong Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neil Armstrong Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#826 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
6%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
39%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neil Armstrong Elementary School's ranking?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School is ranked #826 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Neil Armstrong Elementary School often compared to?
Neil Armstrong Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy, Lakeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Neil Armstrong Elementary School?
498 students attend Neil Armstrong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Neil Armstrong Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neil Armstrong Elementary School?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neil Armstrong Elementary School offer ?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Neil Armstrong Elementary School part of?
Neil Armstrong Elementary School is part of Schaumburg CCSD 54 School District.
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