Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Park 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Park Elementary School serves a central area of Deerfield, IL, encompassing approximately 1.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Park 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
South Park Elementary School's student population of 424 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
16 students
School Rankings
South Park 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 South Park Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#90 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
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 is South Park Elementary School's ranking?
South Park Elementary School is ranked #90 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Park Elementary School often compared to?
South Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walden Elementary School, Wilmot Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend South Park Elementary School?
424 students attend South Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of South Park Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Park Elementary School?
South Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Park Elementary School offer ?
South Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Park Elementary School part of?
South Park Elementary School is part of Deerfield SD 109 School District.
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