Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walden 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 63% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Walden Elementary School's student population of 457 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 Kindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walden Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walden Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
82%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walden Elementary School's ranking?
Walden Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Walden Elementary School often compared to?
Walden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Walden Elementary School?
457 students attend Walden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Walden Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walden Elementary School?
Walden Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walden Elementary School offer ?
Walden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walden Elementary School part of?
Walden Elementary School is part of Deerfield SD 109 School District.
School Reviews
2 12/13/2010
I was sexually assaulted by a teacher at this school, and have not been able to overcome the damage that caused me. The incident was covered up and no one believes me.
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