Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Marion Jordan Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Jordan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marion Jordan Elementary School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion Jordan 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 Marion Jordan Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#288 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
6%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Jordan Elementary School's ranking?
Marion Jordan Elementary School is ranked #288 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Marion Jordan Elementary School often compared to?
Marion Jordan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunting Ridge Elementary School, Pleasant Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marion Jordan Elementary School?
487 students attend Marion Jordan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Marion Jordan Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion Jordan Elementary School?
Marion Jordan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marion Jordan Elementary School offer ?
Marion Jordan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Marion Jordan Elementary School part of?
Marion Jordan Elementary School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
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