Serving 726 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elmwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmwood 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
School Overview
Elmwood Elementary School's student population of 726 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
726 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Elmwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmwood Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#163 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
67%
45%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmwood Elementary School's ranking?
Elmwood Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Elmwood Elementary School often compared to?
Elmwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like May Watts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Elmwood Elementary School?
726 students attend Elmwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Elmwood Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmwood Elementary School?
Elmwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elmwood Elementary School offer ?
Elmwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elmwood Elementary School part of?
Elmwood Elementary School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
In what neighborhood is Elmwood Elementary School located?
Elmwood Elementary School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 34 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.
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