Serving 460 students in grades 3-5, Shabonee 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 69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shabonee 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
Shabonee School's student population of 460 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Motto
Educating Students to Succeed in a Changing World
School Rankings
Shabonee 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 Shabonee School is 0.51, 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
#54 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
65%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
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 Shabonee School's ranking?
Shabonee School is ranked #54 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Shabonee School?
460 students attend Shabonee School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Shabonee School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shabonee School?
Shabonee School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shabonee School offer ?
Shabonee School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Shabonee School part of?
Shabonee School is part of Northbrook ESD 27 School District.
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