Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Joseph Sears 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 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Joseph Sears 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
The Joseph Sears School's student population of 471 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Joseph Sears 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 The Joseph Sears School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#54 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
29.7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Joseph Sears School's ranking?
The Joseph Sears School is ranked #54 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are The Joseph Sears School often compared to?
The Joseph Sears Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orrington Elementary School, Oakton 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 The Joseph Sears School?
471 students attend The Joseph Sears School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of The Joseph Sears School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Joseph Sears School?
The Joseph Sears School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Joseph Sears School offer ?
The Joseph Sears School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is The Joseph Sears School part of?
The Joseph Sears School is part of Kenilworth SD 38 School District.
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