Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Mckenzie 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 45-49% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckenzie 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
Mckenzie Elementary School's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mckenzie 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 Mckenzie Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#204 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckenzie Elementary School's ranking?
Mckenzie Elementary School is ranked #204 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mckenzie Elementary School often compared to?
Mckenzie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Romona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Mckenzie Elementary School?
444 students attend Mckenzie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mckenzie Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckenzie Elementary School?
Mckenzie Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckenzie Elementary School offer ?
Mckenzie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Mckenzie Elementary School part of?
Mckenzie 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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