Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Henry Winkelman Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Winkelman 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Henry Winkelman Elementary School's student population of 639 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Henry Winkelman Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Winkelman Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#266 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
39%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
27%
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 Winkelman Elementary School's ranking?
Henry Winkelman Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Henry Winkelman Elementary School often compared to?
Henry Winkelman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Meyer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Henry Winkelman Elementary School?
639 students attend Henry Winkelman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Henry Winkelman Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Winkelman Elementary School?
Henry Winkelman Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Henry Winkelman Elementary School offer ?
Henry Winkelman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Henry Winkelman Elementary School part of?
Henry Winkelman Elementary School is part of West Northfield SD 31 School District.
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