Serving 572 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 71% 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: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School serves the southern part of Naperville, IL, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School's student population of 572 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#116 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
57%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School's ranking?
Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School often compared to?
Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patterson Elementary School, Robert Clow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School?
572 students attend Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School?
Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School offer ?
Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School part of?
Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
In what neighborhood is Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School located?
Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 35 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.
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