Serving 309 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 top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: North Elementary School serves the northern part of Sycamore, IL, covering an area of approximately 13.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest edges of the attendance zone extend up to 3.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Elementary School's student population of 309 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.35, 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
#1096 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
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)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 North Elementary School's ranking?
North Elementary School is ranked #1096 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 North Grove Elementary School, West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 North Elementary School?
309 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of North Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher 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 Sycamore CUSD 427 School District.
School Calendar
View the North Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School | Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
No School | Spring Break
March 23, 2027 (Tuesday)
No School | Spring Break
March 24, 2027 (Wednesday)
No School | Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
No School | Spring Break
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
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