Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pierce Downer Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Pierce Downer Elementary School serves a central area in Downers Grove, IL, encompassing approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierce Downer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pierce Downer Elementary School's student population of 337 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
337 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1902
Average Class Size
21 students
School Rankings
Pierce Downer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierce Downer Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#415 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
88%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierce Downer Elementary School's ranking?
Pierce Downer Elementary School is ranked #415 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Pierce Downer Elementary School often compared to?
Pierce Downer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Aire Elementary School, Highland Elementary School, Henry Puffer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pierce Downer Elementary School?
337 students attend Pierce Downer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pierce Downer Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pierce Downer Elementary School?
Pierce Downer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pierce Downer Elementary School offer ?
Pierce Downer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pierce Downer Elementary School part of?
Pierce Downer Elementary School is part of Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District.
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