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#365 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 10% in state

Henry Winkelman Elem School

Elementary School · West Northfield SD 31

1919 Landwehr Rd, Glenview, IL 60026

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#365 of 3,813

In Glenview

#9 of 13

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

West Northfield SD 31

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Henry Winkelman Elem School

8.4/10

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

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9.4/10

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About Henry Winkelman Elem School

Henry Winkelman Elem School is a public elementary school in Glenview, IL, part of West Northfield SD 31. Henry Winkelman Elem School serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry Winkelman Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #365 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Henry Winkelman Elem School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts above IL schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Henry Winkelman 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 Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,471
Chronic Absenteeism14.9%

Henry Winkelman Elem School — Students at Henry Winkelman Elem School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (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
94%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
46%
2022
ELA
56%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Henry Winkelman Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in IL
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

Location

1919 Landwehr Rd, Glenview, IL 60026

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry Winkelman Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shabonee School (rated 9.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Northbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wescott Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Northbrook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willowbrook Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Glenview, see our Glenview schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Glenbrook South High School Glenview 0.5 mi 9.4
Willowbrook Elem School Glenview 0.9 mi 9.4
ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Glenview 1.1 mi 7.3
Glen Grove Elem School Glenview 1.4 mi 8.5
Field School Northbrook 1.5 mi 9.3
GERTRUGE B NIELSEN CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER Northbrook 1.3 mi
Westbrook Elementary School Glenview 1.4 mi 9.2
Apollo Elem School Des Plaines 2.1 mi 5.7
Wescott Elementary School Northbrook 2.0 mi 9.6
Maple School Northbrook 1.7 mi 9.6
Glenbrook North High School Northbrook 1.8 mi 9.5
Early Learning Center Des Plaines 2.2 mi 7.1
Henking Elem School Glenview 2.2 mi 9.1
Attea Middle School Glenview 2.0 mi 8.2
KIDDIE GARDEN Niles 2.7 mi
GLENVIEW NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Glenview 2.2 mi
Westmoor Elem School Northbrook 2.7 mi 9.4
Shabonee School Northbrook 2.8 mi 9.7
Indian Grove Elem School Mount Prospect 2.1 mi 8.0
Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect 2.2 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,712

Median Home Value

$663,100

Median Rent

$1,983/mo

Population

14,499

College Educated

68.2%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

45.8

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Fairview South Elementary School Skokie, IL 8.4
Flora Elementary School Flora, IL 8.4
Mitchell Elem School Chicago, IL 8.4
North Barrington Elem School North Barrington, IL 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry Winkelman Elem School

What grades does Henry Winkelman Elem School serve?

Henry Winkelman Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Henry Winkelman Elem School?

Henry Winkelman Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry Winkelman Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry Winkelman Elem School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry Winkelman Elem School rank in IL?

Henry Winkelman Elem School ranks #365 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Henry Winkelman Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry Winkelman Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Henry Winkelman Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry Winkelman Elem School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Henry Winkelman Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Henry Winkelman Elem School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

District

West Northfield SD 31
District Enrollment
955
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,471
District Rank
#2 of 2

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