Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dundee Highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dundee Highlands Elementary School's student population of 396 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Dundee Highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dundee Highlands Elementary School is 0.62, which is less 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
#759 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
32%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
CUSD 300 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Highlander
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dundee Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Dundee Highlands Elementary School is ranked #759 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dundee Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Dundee Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood School, Sleepy Hollow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Dundee Highlands Elementary School?
396 students attend Dundee Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Dundee Highlands Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dundee Highlands Elementary School?
Dundee Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dundee Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Dundee Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dundee Highlands Elementary School part of?
Dundee Highlands Elementary School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
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