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Wayne Thomas Elem School

2939 Summit Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035, United States

+1 (224) 765-3900

http://www.nssd112.org/waynethomas

3.1

Overall Rating

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Wayne Thomas Elem School Overview

About This School

Wayne Thomas Elem School is a public elementary in Highland Park, Illinois, serving 449 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 62% in ELA. The school maintains a staff of 33 teachers and operates with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 75% White, 13% Hispanic, 5% Two or More Races, 4% Asian, and 2% Black.

449

Total Students

K-5

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

33 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts62%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K-5

County

Lake County

Students per Counselor

N/A:1

Wayne Thomas Elem School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

62%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 51%State Avg: 28%

N/A

Mathematics

N/A

Science

Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 10.9:1

State Avg: 13.1:1

Students per Counselor

Wayne Thomas Elem School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$N/A

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor:1

Wayne Thomas Elem School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.45%

Male

46.55%

Female

Total Enrollment: 449 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White74.83%

Hispanic13.36%

Asian4.01%

Black2.45%

Two or More Races5.35%

Native American0%

Wayne Thomas Elem School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Wayne Thomas Elem School

Q: What is Wayne Thomas Elem School?

A: Wayne Thomas Elem School is a elementary public located in Highland Park.

Q: How many students attend Wayne Thomas Elem School?

A: Wayne Thomas Elem School has approximately 449 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Wayne Thomas Elem School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Wayne Thomas Elem School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Wayne Thomas Elem School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Wayne Thomas Elem School - Highland Park, IL

Quick Facts about Wayne Thomas Elem School
School Name	Wayne Thomas Elem School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K-5
Location	2939 Summit Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035, Highland Park, IL
County	Lake County
Phone	+1 (224) 765-3900
Total Students	449
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	33
Rating	3.1/10
ELA Proficiency	62%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Wayne Thomas Elem School

What is Wayne Thomas Elem School?

Wayne Thomas Elem School is a elementary public located in Highland Park.

How many students attend Wayne Thomas Elem School?

Wayne Thomas Elem School has approximately 449 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wayne Thomas Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wayne Thomas Elem School is 13:1.

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