Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Mckenzie Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckenzie 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
Mckenzie Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
Engage Empower Inspire
School Rankings
Mckenzie 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 Mckenzie Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#129 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckenzie Elementary School's ranking?
Mckenzie Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mckenzie Elementary School often compared to?
Mckenzie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central 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 27% IL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mckenzie Elementary School?
461 students attend Mckenzie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mckenzie Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckenzie Elementary School?
Mckenzie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckenzie Elementary School offer ?
Mckenzie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Mckenzie Elementary School part of?
Mckenzie Elementary School is part of Wilmette SD 39 School District.
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