Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Union Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Ridge Elementary School serves the entire district of Harwood Heights, IL, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 0.8 square miles. The school is accessible within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Union Ridge Elementary School's student population of 664 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
664 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union Ridge 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 Union Ridge Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#601 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
61%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Union Ridge Elementary School is ranked #601 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Union Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Union Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennoyer Elementary School, J Leigh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Union Ridge Elementary School?
664 students attend Union Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Union Ridge Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Ridge Elementary School?
Union Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Union Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Union Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Union Ridge Elementary School part of?
Union Ridge Elementary School is part of Union Ridge SD 86 School District.
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