Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 391 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 20%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 20% in IL
Math Proficiency
: 40-44% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 35-39% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 70-74% (Top 20%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School is 0.35, 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.
What is Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School's ranking?
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School is ranked #683 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School often compared to?
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manor Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School?
391 students attend Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School?
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School offer ?
Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wm Hammerschmidt Elementary School part of?
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 391 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 20%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 20%
Math Proficiency
: 40-44% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 35-39% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 70-74% (Top 20%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Related School News
This rating measures how much students at this school improved from one year to the next, compared to students with similar ...
