Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Berlin 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Berlin Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in New Berlin, IL, encompassing approximately 114.7 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Berlin Elementary School's student population of 452 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Berlin 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 New Berlin Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1200 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Berlin Elementary School's ranking?
New Berlin Elementary School is ranked #1200 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend New Berlin Elementary School?
452 students attend New Berlin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of New Berlin Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Berlin Elementary School?
New Berlin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Berlin Elementary School offer ?
New Berlin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is New Berlin Elementary School part of?
New Berlin Elementary School is part of New Berlin CUSD 16 School District.
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