Serving 599 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Elementary School ranks in the top 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Elementary School serves the northeast part of Des Plaines, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Elementary School's student population of 599 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Curiosity • Compassion • Courage
School Rankings
North 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 North 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
#1734 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
36%
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
31%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Elementary School's ranking?
North Elementary School is ranked #1734 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are North Elementary School often compared to?
North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iroquois Community School, Cumberland Elementary School, Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend North Elementary School?
599 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of North Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of CCSD 62 School District.
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