Serving 232 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ellsworth 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellsworth 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
Ellsworth Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ellsworth Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellsworth Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#69 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
8%
17%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellsworth Elementary School's ranking?
Ellsworth Elementary School is ranked #69 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ellsworth Elementary School?
232 students attend Ellsworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Ellsworth Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellsworth Elementary School?
Ellsworth Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ellsworth Elementary School offer ?
Ellsworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ellsworth Elementary School part of?
Ellsworth Elementary School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ellsworth Elementary School located?
Ellsworth Elementary School is located in the Naperville Historic District neighborhood of Naperville, IL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
NO School - Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
NO School - Spring Break
April 01, 2025 (Tuesday)
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