Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Harper 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harper Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harper 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 Harper Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#70 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harper Elementary School's ranking?
Harper Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harper Elementary School often compared to?
Harper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Mckenzie Elementary School, Romona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harper Elementary School?
385 students attend Harper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Harper Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harper Elementary School?
Harper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harper Elementary School offer ?
Harper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Harper Elementary School part of?
Harper Elementary School is part of Wilmette SD 39 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving Break)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL (Spring Break)
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS (Early Release Day)
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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