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#119 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 3% in state

Avoca West Elem School

Elementary School · Avoca SD 37

235 Beech Dr, Glenview, IL 60025

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#119 of 3,813

In Glenview

#4 of 13

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Avoca SD 37

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Avoca West Elem School

9.1/10

Elementary School in Glenview · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Avoca West Elem School

Avoca West Elem School is a public elementary school in Glenview, IL, part of Avoca SD 37. Avoca West Elem School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Avoca West Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Avoca West Elem School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.9 pts above IL schools
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Avoca West Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,147
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Avoca West Elem School — Students at Avoca West Elem School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2022
ELA
64%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Avoca West Elem School Compares

See how Avoca West Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
97th percentile in IL
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

Location

235 Beech Dr, Glenview, IL 60025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Avoca West Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Middlefork Primary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Romona Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Wilmette), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Crow Island Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Winnetka), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glenview, see our Glenview schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
New Trier Township H S Northfield Northfield 1.0 mi 6.8
Romona Elem School Wilmette 1.0 mi 9.4
Marie Murphy School Wilmette 1.1 mi 9.5
Niles North High School Skokie 1.3 mi 8.7
Wilmette Junior High School Wilmette 1.2 mi 9.0
Jane Stenson School Skokie 1.9 mi 6.9
Pleasant Ridge Elem School Glenview 1.5 mi 8.4
Harper Elem School Wilmette 1.6 mi 8.8
Middlefork Primary School Northfield 2.0 mi 9.5
Crow Island Elem School Winnetka 1.9 mi 9.2
HYDE PARK DAY SCHOOL NORTHFIELD Northfield 2.0 mi 7.0
Northfield Community Nursery Sch Northfield 2.0 mi
Lyon Elem School Glenview 1.6 mi 9.0
Highcrest Middle School Wilmette 1.6 mi 9.2
MCC ACADEMY-ELEMENTARY Skokie 2.1 mi 5.7
Carleton W Washburne School Winnetka 2.1 mi 9.6
Old Orchard Jr High School Skokie 2.1 mi 7.1
The Skokie School Winnetka 2.2 mi 9.3
Park View Elem School Morton Grove 2.3 mi 7.9
Sunset Ridge Elem School Northfield 2.4 mi 9.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,639

Median Home Value

$512,400

Median Rent

$1,705/mo

Population

40,877

College Educated

64.5%

Homeownership

78.9%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

45.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Central Elem School Des Plaines, IL 9.1
Cumberland Elem School Des Plaines, IL 9.1
Davis Primary School Saint Charles, IL 9.1
Hubbard Woods Elem School Winnetka, IL 9.1
John Laidlaw Elem School Western Springs, IL 9.1
Orrington Elem School Evanston, IL 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Avoca West Elem School

What grades does Avoca West Elem School serve?

Avoca West Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Avoca West Elem School?

Avoca West Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Avoca West Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Avoca West Elem School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Avoca West Elem School rank in IL?

Avoca West Elem School ranks #119 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Avoca West Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Avoca West Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Avoca West Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Avoca West Elem School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Avoca West Elem School a charter school?

No, Avoca West Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Avoca West Elem School a Title I school?

No, Avoca West Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

District

Avoca SD 37
District Enrollment
622
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,147
District Rank
#2 of 2

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