Serving 156 students in grades 4-5, Navajo Heights 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Navajo Heights 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
Community Size
School Overview
Navajo Heights Elementary School's student population of 156 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Navajo Heights 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 Navajo Heights Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#315 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
76%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Navajo Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Navajo Heights Elementary School is ranked #315 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Navajo Heights Elementary School?
156 students attend Navajo Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Navajo Heights Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Navajo Heights Elementary School?
Navajo Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Navajo Heights Elementary School offer ?
Navajo Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Navajo Heights Elementary School part of?
Navajo Heights Elementary School is part of Palos Heights SD 128 School District.
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