Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sleepy Hollow Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sleepy Hollow 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 Sleepy Hollow 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
#647 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
31%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sleepy Hollow Elementary School's ranking?
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School is ranked #647 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sleepy Hollow Elementary School?
413 students attend Sleepy Hollow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sleepy Hollow Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sleepy Hollow Elementary School?
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sleepy Hollow Elementary School offer ?
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sleepy Hollow Elementary School part of?
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
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