Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hubbard Woods 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hubbard Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hubbard Woods Elementary School's student population of 350 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Rankings
Hubbard Woods 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 Hubbard Woods Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#90 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
1%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hubbard Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Hubbard Woods Elementary School is ranked #90 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hubbard Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Hubbard Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greeley Elementary School, South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hubbard Woods Elementary School?
350 students attend Hubbard Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hubbard Woods Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hubbard Woods Elementary School?
Hubbard Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hubbard Woods Elementary School offer ?
Hubbard Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Hubbard Woods Elementary School part of?
Hubbard Woods Elementary School is part of Winnetka SD 36 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I am a parent of a HW student. I can attest through experience that the school is broken. Its teachers are out of touch with today's teaching methods, academic excellence is not stressed, and there is no teacher accountability. The only reason the school's test scores are relatively high is that the average IQ of the students is above average and many families use tutors and other external resources to educate their children. These views are shared by many other parents to our great frustration.
5 10/10/2025
My children are in 2nd and 4th grades at Hubbard Woods School, having started there in kindergarten. Not only do they absolutely LOVE school, but they are thriving. I was skeptical about Progressive Education initially, having come from a traditional background myself, but I have been converted. I have watched this "whole child" approach do amazing things in the lives of my children. They take charge, love learning, feel comfortable asking questions and voicing their opinions, enjoy collaborating with others, have excellent manners, and come up with projects and business ideas regularly. AND, they read well (and often) and are both above grade-level in math. The previous review, dated 2010, is completely outdated. Dr. Ryan and his administration have been in place for 4+ years and have created an amazing educational environment for the kids, and a warm, social, open-door environment for the parents. This school is magical to say the very least.
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