Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emerson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#297 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
14%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conrad Fischer Elementary School, Edison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
450 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Emerson Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Elmhurst SD 205 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
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