Serving 363 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Currier Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Currier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Currier Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
30
School Motto
Together for Excellence
School Rankings
Currier Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Currier Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#2394 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
88%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
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 Currier Elementary School's ranking?
Currier Elementary School is ranked #2394 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Currier Elementary School often compared to?
Currier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Briar Glen Elementary School, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Currier Elementary School?
363 students attend Currier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Currier Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Currier Elementary School?
Currier Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Currier Elementary School offer ?
Currier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Currier Elementary School part of?
Currier Elementary School is part of West Chicago ESD 33 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School (Kinder)
August 22, 2025 (Friday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of Classes in 2025
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
First Day of Classes in 2026
January 05, 2026 (Monday)
No School- Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
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