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Devonshire School

Elementary School · Comm Cons SD 59

1401 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,751 of 3,813

In Des Plaines

#16 of 17

public schools

In district

#8 of 15

Comm Cons SD 59

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Devonshire School

5.2/10

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

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About Devonshire School

Devonshire School is a public elementary school in Des Plaines, IL, part of Comm Cons SD 59. Devonshire School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Devonshire School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,751 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Devonshire School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,948
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

Devonshire School — Students at Devonshire School score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.2% (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
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
27%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Devonshire School Compares

See how Devonshire School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in IL
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1401 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Devonshire School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cumberland Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Des Plaines, see our Des Plaines schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Friendship Jr High School Des Plaines 0.5 mi 7.2
Terrace Elem School Des Plaines 0.9 mi 8.7
SCIENCE ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Mount Prospect 0.9 mi 7.8
Brentwood Elem School Des Plaines 1.3 mi 5.1
Maine West High School Des Plaines 1.1 mi 7.6
Algonquin Middle School Des Plaines 1.1 mi 7.9
Forest Elem School Des Plaines 1.0 mi 8.0
Plainfield Elem School Des Plaines 1.3 mi 8.1
Lions Park Elem School Mt. Prospect 2.0 mi 7.1
WILLOWS ACADEMY Des Plaines 1.6 mi 8.6
Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect 1.8 mi 5.1
Chippewa Middle School Des Plaines 2.1 mi 8.4
Cumberland Elem School Des Plaines 2.2 mi 9.1
ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Mount Prospect 2.4 mi 5.9
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mount Prospect 2.6 mi 5.9
PLATO ACADEMY Des Plaines 2.1 mi 7.8
Lincoln Middle School Mount Prospect 2.5 mi 6.5
South Elem School Des Plaines 2.1 mi 9.4
Central Elem School Des Plaines 2.1 mi 9.1
John Jay Elem School Mount Prospect 2.4 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,415

Median Home Value

$302,400

Median Rent

$1,174/mo

Population

29,302

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

41.4

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Bass Elem School Chicago, IL 5.2
Bernard J Ward Elem School Bolingbrook, IL 5.2
Centennial Elem School Plano, IL 5.2
Clearview Elem School Waukegan, IL 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Devonshire School

What grades does Devonshire School serve?

Devonshire School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Devonshire School?

Devonshire School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Devonshire School?

The student-teacher ratio at Devonshire School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Devonshire School rank in IL?

Devonshire School ranks #2,751 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Devonshire School's MySchoolScout rating?

Devonshire School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Devonshire School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Devonshire School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Devonshire School a charter school?

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

Is Devonshire School a Title I school?

No, Devonshire School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Devonshire School?

58.9% of students at Devonshire School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

District

Comm Cons SD 59
District Enrollment
5,869
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,948
District Rank
#8 of 15

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