Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willow Bend Elementary School 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 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Willow Bend Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Willow Bend Elementary School 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 Willow Bend Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1339 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
44%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Palatine CCSD 15 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Bend Elementary School is ranked #1339 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Willow Bend Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunting Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Willow Bend Elementary School?
519 students attend Willow Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Willow Bend Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Bend Elementary School?
Willow Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Willow Bend Elementary School offer ?
Willow Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Willow Bend Elementary School part of?
Willow Bend Elementary School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School | Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
No School | Spring Break
March 23, 2027 (Tuesday)
No School | Spring Break
March 24, 2027 (Wednesday)
No School | Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
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