Serving 563 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Danielle-joy Peterson 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Danielle-joy Peterson 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
Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School's student population of 563 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#136 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
59%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School's ranking?
Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School often compared to?
Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patterson 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 28% IL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School?
563 students attend Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School?
Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School offer ?
Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School part of?
Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
In what neighborhood is Danielle-joy Peterson Elementary School located?
Danielle-joy Peterson 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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