South Elementary School serves 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Attendance Zone: South Elem School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Glencoe, IL, covering approximately 4 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes and the furthest edge being 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
White
87%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hubbard Woods Elementary School, Greeley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend South Elementary School?
413 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Glencoe SD 35 School District.
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