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#5 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 1% in state

Greeley Elem School

Elementary School · Winnetka SD 36

275 Fairview Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093

Enrollment

351

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

9.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#5 of 3,813

In Winnetka

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Winnetka SD 36

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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9.8/10

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About Greeley Elem School

Greeley Elem School is a public elementary school in Winnetka, IL, part of Winnetka SD 36. Greeley Elem School serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Greeley Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.8 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Greeley Elem School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 9.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.4
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+25.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,925
Chronic Absenteeism4.6%

Greeley Elem School — Students at Greeley Elem School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 88.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.6% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2022
ELA
72%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Greeley Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.8/10
100th percentile in IL
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.6%

Location

275 Fairview Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greeley Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Joseph Sears School (rated 9.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Kenilworth), with a very similar rating. Another option is Romona Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wilmette), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Central Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Wilmette), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Winnetka, see our Winnetka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
New Trier Township H S Winnetka Winnetka 0.3 mi 9.6
NORTH SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Winnetka 0.5 mi 7.3
The Joseph Sears School Kenilworth 0.6 mi 9.6
THE SCHOOL OF SAINTS FAITH, HOPE & CHARITY Winnetka 0.6 mi 6.8
RONALD KNOX MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wilmette 1.2 mi
Harper Elem School Wilmette 1.3 mi 8.8
Crow Island Elem School Winnetka 1.3 mi 9.2
McKenzie Elem School Wilmette 1.7 mi 8.7
Highcrest Middle School Wilmette 1.8 mi 9.2
The Skokie School Winnetka 1.4 mi 9.3
Central Elem School Wilmette 1.8 mi 9.3
Hubbard Woods Elem School Winnetka 1.7 mi 9.1
Marie Murphy School Wilmette 1.7 mi 9.5
Carleton W Washburne School Winnetka 1.6 mi 9.6
Wilmette Junior High School Wilmette 1.9 mi 9.0
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Winnetka 1.8 mi 6.8
Willard Elem School Evanston 2.2 mi 8.1
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Wilmette 2.0 mi 7.2
Romona Elem School Wilmette 2.1 mi 9.4
THE BARBEREUX SCHOOL Evanston 2.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$230,777

Median Home Value

$1,073,700

Median Rent

$1,840/mo

Population

20,156

College Educated

81.8%

Homeownership

91%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

44.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bronzeville Classical Elem Sch Chicago, IL 9.8
Prospect Elem School Clarendon Hills, IL 9.8
Brook Forest Elem School Oak Brook, IL 9.7
Decatur Classical Elem School Chicago, IL 9.7
Edison Elem Regional Gifted Cntr Chicago, IL 9.7
Ellsworth Elem School Naperville, IL 9.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greeley Elem School

What grades does Greeley Elem School serve?

Greeley Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Greeley Elem School?

Greeley Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greeley Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Greeley Elem School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greeley Elem School rank in IL?

Greeley Elem School ranks #5 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Greeley Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Greeley Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.8 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 Greeley Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greeley Elem School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Greeley Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Greeley Elem School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.6%

District

Winnetka SD 36
District Enrollment
1,789
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,925
District Rank
#1 of 5

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