Kirk School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (19-20)
167 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)13%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)26%
26%
Black
(19-20)6%
17%
White
(19-20)53%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)2%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
28%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kirk School often compared to?
Kirk Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timber Ridge School, Lincoln Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Kirk School?
167 students attend Kirk School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kirk School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What school district is Kirk School part of?
Kirk School is part of Nw Suburban Special Educ Org School District.
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