Illinois›Dupage County›Downers Grove
Best Schools in Downers Grove, Illinois
Compare 17 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
17
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
10,204
Total Students
Across Downers Grove
13.9:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
17 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score0%
ELA Assessment Score46%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)8 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)9 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 2,591 students at Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 9:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Lester Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
236 Indianapolis Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
2.8
Rating
Students
531
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
56%
Math Proficiency
0%
Highland Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
3935 Highland Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
2.7
Rating
Students
352
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
53%
Math Proficiency
0%
Whittier Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
536 Hill St, Downers Grove, IL 60515
2.6
Rating
Students
307
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
0%
Kingsley Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
6509 Powell St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
2.6
Rating
Students
359
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
0%
Prairieview Elementary School
publicelementaryGrade 3-5
699 Plainfield Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60516
2.5
Rating
Students
380
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
50%
Math Proficiency
0%
Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S
publichighGrade 9-12
4436 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515
2.5
Rating
Students
2,082
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
49%
Math Proficiency
0%
Lakeview Jr High School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
701 Plainfield Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60516
2.5
Rating
Students
340
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
49%
Math Proficiency
0%
Fairmount Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
6036 Blodgett Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60516
2.4
Rating
Students
342
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
0%
Hillcrest Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
1435 Jefferson Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60516
2.4
Rating
Students
382
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
0%
Belle Aire Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
3935 Belle Aire Ln, Downers Grove, IL 60515
2.4
Rating
Students
276
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
0%
O Neill Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
635 59Th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
2.3
Rating
Students
403
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
0%
Herrick Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
4335 Middaugh Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
2.1
Rating
Students
626
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
0%
Pierce Downer Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
1436 Grant St, Downers Grove, IL 60515
2.1
Rating
Students
337
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
0%
Henry Puffer School
publicmiddlePK-6
2220 Haddow Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
2.1
Rating
Students
271
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
0%
Indian Trail Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
6235 Stonewall Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60516
1.9
Rating
Students
325
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
0%
El Sierra Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
6835 Fairmount Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60516
1.9
Rating
Students
300
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
0%
Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch
publichighGrade 9-12
1436 Norfolk St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
1.7
Rating
Students
2,591
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
34%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Downers Grove
Downers Grove, Illinois is home to 17 schools serving over 10,204 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Downers Grove, Illinois?
There are 17 schools in Downers Grove, serving 10,204 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Downers Grove?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Downers Grove include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Downers Grove?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Downers Grove is 13.9:1.