Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Elementary School's student population of 290 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Northwest 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 Northwest Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #1595 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?
20-24% 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 Northwest Elementary School?
290 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Northwest Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of Lincoln ESD 27 School District.
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