Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Devonshire Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Devonshire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Devonshire Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Campus Size
5
School Mascot
Dolphin
School Rankings
Devonshire Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Devonshire Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1429 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
17%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Devonshire Elementary School's ranking?
Devonshire Elementary School is ranked #1429 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Devonshire Elementary School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Devonshire Elementary School?
418 students attend Devonshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Devonshire Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Devonshire Elementary School?
Devonshire Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Devonshire Elementary School offer ?
Devonshire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Devonshire Elementary School part of?
Devonshire Elementary School is part of Skokie SD 68 School District.
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