Serving 215 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5's student population of 215 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 is 0.33, 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
#1289 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
14%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
81%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5's ranking?
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 is ranked #1289 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5?
215 students attend Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5?
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 offer ?
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 part of?
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 is part of Hiawatha Community Unit School District 426.
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