Serving 955 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Willow Bend Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 955 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Willow Bend Elementary School's student population of 955 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
955 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Bend Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Bend Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#907 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
6%
Hispanic
36%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Bend Elementary School is ranked #907 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Willow Bend Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunting Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Willow Bend Elementary School?
955 students attend Willow Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Willow Bend Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Bend Elementary School?
Willow Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willow Bend Elementary School offer ?
Willow Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Willow Bend Elementary School part of?
Willow Bend Elementary School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
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