Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northpoint 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northpoint Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northpoint Elementary School's student population of 456 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northpoint 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 Northpoint Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#332 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Northpoint Elementary School's ranking?
Northpoint Elementary School is ranked #332 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Northpoint Elementary School often compared to?
Northpoint Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Elementary School, Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Northpoint Elementary School?
456 students attend Northpoint Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Northpoint Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northpoint Elementary School?
Northpoint Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northpoint Elementary School offer ?
Northpoint Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Northpoint Elementary School part of?
Northpoint Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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