Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School's student population of 607 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#3459 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tomcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School's ranking?
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School is ranked #3459 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School?
607 students attend Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School?
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School offer ?
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School part of?
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School is part of Aurora East USD 131 School District.
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