Serving 164 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nob Hill 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nob Hill Elementary School's student population of 164 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nob Hill 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 Nob Hill Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#2700 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
85%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nob Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Nob Hill Elementary School is ranked #2700 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Nob Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Nob Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zenon J Sykuta School, Meadowview School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nob Hill Elementary School?
164 students attend Nob Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Nob Hill Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nob Hill Elementary School?
Nob Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nob Hill Elementary School offer ?
Nob Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nob Hill Elementary School part of?
Nob Hill Elementary School is part of Prairie-Hills ESD 144 School District.
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