Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Henry Winkelman 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 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Winkelman 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
Henry Winkelman Elementary School's student population of 636 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry Winkelman Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Winkelman Elementary School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#387 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
39%
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
38%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Winkelman Elementary School's ranking?
Henry Winkelman Elementary School is ranked #387 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Henry Winkelman Elementary School often compared to?
Henry Winkelman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Meyer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Henry Winkelman Elementary School?
636 students attend Henry Winkelman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Henry Winkelman Elementary School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Winkelman Elementary School?
Henry Winkelman Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henry Winkelman Elementary School offer ?
Henry Winkelman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Henry Winkelman Elementary School part of?
Henry Winkelman Elementary School is part of West Northfield SD 31 School District.
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