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#892 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 23% in state

Glen Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · Queen Bee SD 16

1324 Bloomingdale Rd, Glendale Heights, IL 60139

Enrollment

411

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#892 of 3,813

In Glendale Heights

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Queen Bee SD 16

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Glen Hill Elementary School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Glendale Heights · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Kindercare Learning Center #865

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5.6/10

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About Glen Hill Elementary School

Glen Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Glendale Heights, IL, part of Queen Bee SD 16. Glen Hill Elementary School serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Glen Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #892 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Glen Hill Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Glen Hill Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.01 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,754
Chronic Absenteeism34.1%

Glen Hill Elementary School — Students at Glen Hill Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 25 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
37%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Glen Hill Elementary School Compares

See how Glen Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
77th percentile in IL
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

Location

1324 Bloomingdale Rd, Glendale Heights, IL 60139

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glen Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Wheaton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wheaton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MATTHEW SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Glendale Heights, see our Glendale Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #865 Glendale Heights 0.4 mi
Queen Bee School Glendale Heights 0.6 mi 5.6
Glenside Middle School Glendale Heights 0.7 mi 7.2
Americana Elementary School Glendale Heights 0.9 mi 5.5
Reskin Elem School Glendale Heights 0.9 mi 6.0
Churchill Elem School Glen Ellyn 1.2 mi 6.8
GLENOAKS HOSPITAL MEDICAL SCHOOL PROGRAMS Glendale Heights 1.2 mi 7.6
ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Glendale Heights 1.3 mi 7.9
Washington Elementary School Wheaton 1.6 mi 8.4
Forest Glen Elem School Glen Ellyn 1.5 mi 7.7
Hadley Junior High School Glen Ellyn 1.7 mi 8.3
Marquardt Middle School Glendale Heights 1.8 mi 5.8
G Stanley Hall Elem School Glendale Heights 1.5 mi 5.9
Black Hawk Elem School Glendale Heights 2.1 mi 5.5
DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL - WHEATON Wheaton 2.0 mi
Hawthorne Elem School Wheaton 2.2 mi 9.3
ST PETRONILLE SCHOOL Glen Ellyn 2.3 mi 5.6
Glenbard West High School Glen Ellyn 2.2 mi 8.9
Winnebago Elem School Bloomingdale 2.5 mi 5.1
DIAMANTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glen Ellyn 2.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,996

Median Home Value

$249,300

Median Rent

$1,558/mo

Population

32,954

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

64.1%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glen Hill Elementary School

What grades does Glen Hill Elementary School serve?

Glen Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Glen Hill Elementary School?

Glen Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Glen Hill Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glen Hill Elementary School rank in IL?

Glen Hill Elementary School ranks #892 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Glen Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Glen Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Glen Hill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glen Hill Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Glen Hill Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Glen Hill Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Glen Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glen Hill Elementary School?

58.4% of students at Glen Hill Elementary 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.1%

District

Queen Bee SD 16
District Enrollment
1,685
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,754
District Rank
#1 of 4

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