Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kingsley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingsley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kingsley Elementary School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1902
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'We Envision. We Seek. We Believe.'
School Rankings
Kingsley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingsley Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#273 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
72%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingsley Elementary School's ranking?
Kingsley Elementary School is ranked #273 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kingsley Elementary School often compared to?
Kingsley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kingsley Elementary School?
359 students attend Kingsley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Kingsley Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingsley Elementary School?
Kingsley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kingsley Elementary School offer ?
Kingsley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Kingsley Elementary School part of?
Kingsley Elementary School is part of Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District.
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