Hubbard Woods Elem School

Hubbard Woods Elementary School is a public school in Winnetka, Illinois, serving students in kindergarten through fourth grade. With 354 students and a student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1, classes stay small enough for focused, individualized instruction. The school earns a composite score of 9.8 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — with a 9.7 in academics and a standout 9.9 in student growth.

That growth score signals that students are making measurable gains year over year, not just performing well on a single snapshot. Hubbard Woods ranks #10 out of 3,813 public schools in Illinois and #9 out of 2,326 elementary schools statewide, placing it in a tier very few schools reach. It outperforms 100% of Illinois schools on MySchoolScout's composite measure.

Within Winnetka itself, Hubbard Woods holds the top spot, ranking first among the district's six schools. For families comparing elementary options in the area, that local distinction matters as much as the statewide numbers. The combination of exceptional academic performance and high growth suggests students aren't just arriving prepared — they're actively advancing.

Parents prioritizing both achievement and momentum will find Hubbard Woods a compelling option at any grade entry point.