Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Henry Puffer School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Puffer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Henry Puffer School's student population of 285 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1902
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Motto
We Envision. We Seek. We Believe.
School Rankings
Henry Puffer School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Puffer School is 0.51, 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
#586 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Henry Puffer School's ranking?
Henry Puffer School is ranked #586 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Henry Puffer School often compared to?
Henry Puffer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierce Downer Elementary School, Prairieview Elementary School, Belle Aire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Henry Puffer School?
285 students attend Henry Puffer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Henry Puffer School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Puffer School?
Henry Puffer School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Henry Puffer School offer ?
Henry Puffer School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Henry Puffer School part of?
Henry Puffer School is part of Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District.
School Calendar
View the Henry Puffer School below. Note key dates such as:
Event
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)
School Reviews
5 6/1/2022
Very goood school. WEnt thear 37 years ago and came bac. Stilll grate school.
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