Serving 485 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wescott Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wescott 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Wescott Elementary School's student population of 485 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Wescott Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wescott Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#25 out of 3426 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wescott Elementary School's ranking?
Wescott Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wescott Elementary School often compared to?
Wescott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbriar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wescott Elementary School?
485 students attend Wescott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wescott Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wescott Elementary School?
Wescott Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wescott Elementary School offer ?
Wescott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wescott Elementary School part of?
Wescott Elementary School is part of Northbrook/Glenview SD 30 School District.
In what neighborhood is Wescott Elementary School located?
Wescott Elementary School is located in the Techny neighborhood of Northbrook, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Techny.
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