Serving 431 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kenneth L Hermansen 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 28% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School's student population of 431 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Kenneth L Hermansen 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 Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1554 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
42%
29%
Black
31%
16%
White
15%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School's ranking?
Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School is ranked #1554 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School often compared to?
Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skoff Elementary School, L J Stevens Intermediate School, Monee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School?
431 students attend Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School?
Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School offer ?
Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School part of?
Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary School is part of Valley View CUSD 365u School District.
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