Serving 460 students in grades 3-5, Shabonee 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 69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Shabonee School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Northbrook, IL, covering approximately 4.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 2.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shabonee 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
Shabonee School's student population of 460 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
460 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Students to Succeed in a Changing World
School Rankings
Shabonee 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 Shabonee School is 0.51, 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
#54 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)6.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 Shabonee School's ranking?
Shabonee School is ranked #54 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Shabonee School often compared to?
Shabonee Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Shabonee School?
460 students attend Shabonee School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Shabonee School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shabonee School?
Shabonee School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shabonee School offer ?
Shabonee School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Shabonee School part of?
Shabonee School is part of Northbrook ESD 27 School District.
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