Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadowbrook Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowbrook 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Meadowbrook Elementary School's student population of 482 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadowbrook 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 Meadowbrook Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
73%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowbrook Elementary School is ranked #68 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Meadowbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Meadowbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbriar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Meadowbrook Elementary School?
482 students attend Meadowbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Meadowbrook Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowbrook Elementary School?
Meadowbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadowbrook Elementary School offer ?
Meadowbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Meadowbrook Elementary School part of?
Meadowbrook Elementary School is part of Northbrook SD 28 School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadowbrook Elementary School located?
Meadowbrook Elementary School is located in the Techny neighborhood of Northbrook, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Techny.
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