Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elm 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elm 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Elm Elementary School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Elm Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elm Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#15 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
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 Elm Elementary School's ranking?
Elm Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Elm Elementary School often compared to?
Elm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Elm Elementary School?
296 students attend Elm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Elm Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm Elementary School?
Elm Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elm Elementary School offer ?
Elm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elm Elementary School part of?
Elm Elementary School is part of Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181.
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