Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be a Hammerschmidt H.E.R.O.!
School Rankings
Wm Hammerschmidt 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 Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#707 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
81%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School's ranking?
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School is ranked #707 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School often compared to?
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manor Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School?
381 students attend Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School?
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School offer ?
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School part of?
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School is part of Lombard SD 44 School District.
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