Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, El Sierra Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
El Sierra Elementary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
El Sierra Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Sierra Elementary School is 0.59, which is less 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
#872 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
22%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Sierra Elementary School's ranking?
El Sierra Elementary School is ranked #872 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are El Sierra Elementary School often compared to?
El Sierra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School, Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend El Sierra Elementary School?
280 students attend El Sierra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of El Sierra Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of El Sierra Elementary School?
El Sierra Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does El Sierra Elementary School offer ?
El Sierra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is El Sierra Elementary School part of?
El Sierra Elementary School is part of Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School Grades K-8 (Full Day)
September 02, 2025 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
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