Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Romona 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 69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Romona Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Romona Elementary School's student population of 462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage Empower Inspire
School Rankings
Romona Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Romona Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#42 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wilmette SD 39 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Romona Elementary School's ranking?
Romona Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Romona Elementary School often compared to?
Romona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harper Elementary School, Mckenzie Elementary School, Avoca West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Romona Elementary School?
462 students attend Romona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Romona Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Romona Elementary School?
Romona Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Romona Elementary School offer ?
Romona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Romona Elementary School part of?
Romona Elementary School is part of Wilmette SD 39 School District.
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