Serving 732 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elmwood 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 59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmwood Elementary 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
Elmwood Elementary School's student population of 732 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elmwood 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 Elmwood Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#163 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
14%
28%
Black
5%
17%
White
65%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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 Elmwood Elementary School's ranking?
Elmwood Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Elmwood Elementary School often compared to?
Elmwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like May Watts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Elmwood Elementary School?
732 students attend Elmwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Elmwood Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmwood Elementary School?
Elmwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elmwood Elementary School offer ?
Elmwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elmwood Elementary School part of?
Elmwood Elementary School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
In what neighborhood is Elmwood Elementary School located?
Elmwood Elementary School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 35 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.
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