Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Nathan Hale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathan Hale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Nathan Hale Elementary School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nathan Hale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nathan Hale 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
#431 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
56%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
27%
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 Nathan Hale Elementary School's ranking?
Nathan Hale Elementary School is ranked #431 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Nathan Hale Elementary School often compared to?
Nathan Hale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Dooley Elementary School, Campanelli Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nathan Hale Elementary School?
493 students attend Nathan Hale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Nathan Hale Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nathan Hale Elementary School?
Nathan Hale Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale Elementary School offer ?
Nathan Hale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Nathan Hale Elementary School part of?
Nathan Hale Elementary School is part of Schaumburg CCSD 54 School District.
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