Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northpoint Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northpoint Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northpoint Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northpoint Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northpoint Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#475 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northpoint Elementary School's ranking?
Northpoint Elementary School is ranked #475 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Northpoint Elementary School often compared to?
Northpoint Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Elementary School, Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Northpoint Elementary School?
457 students attend Northpoint Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Northpoint Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northpoint Elementary School?
Northpoint Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northpoint Elementary School offer ?
Northpoint Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Northpoint Elementary School part of?
Northpoint Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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