Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Nettelhorst Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nettelhorst 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
Diversity
School Overview
Nettelhorst Elementary School's student population of 625 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nettelhorst Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nettelhorst Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#512 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
8%
17%
White
56%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nettelhorst Elementary School's ranking?
Nettelhorst Elementary School is ranked #512 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Nettelhorst Elementary School often compared to?
Nettelhorst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy, Harriet Tubman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nettelhorst Elementary School?
625 students attend Nettelhorst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Nettelhorst Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nettelhorst Elementary School?
Nettelhorst Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nettelhorst Elementary School offer ?
Nettelhorst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Nettelhorst Elementary School part of?
Nettelhorst Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Nettelhorst Elementary School located?
Nettelhorst Elementary School is located in the Lake View East neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lake View East.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Election Day: Schools Closed
November 05, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2024 (Saturday)
Q2: Last Day
January 17, 2025 (Friday)
Q3: Last Day
March 21, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2025 (Saturday)
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