Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School's student population of 625 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1956
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Mascot
Tomcats
School Rankings
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#3459 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
90%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tomcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School's ranking?
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School is ranked #3459 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School?
625 students attend Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School?
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School offer ?
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School part of?
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School is part of Aurora East USD 131 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day for Students K-12
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of Preschool
August 22, 2025 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break - District Closed
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of Preschool
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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