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John Jay Elem School
Elementary School · Comm Cons SD 59
1835 W Pheasant Trl, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,079 of 3,813
In Mount Prospect
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
Comm Cons SD 59
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About John Jay Elem School
John Jay Elem School is a public elementary school in Mount Prospect, IL, part of Comm Cons SD 59. John Jay Elem School serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John Jay Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,079 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for John Jay Elem School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at John Jay Elem 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
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John Jay Elem School — Students at John Jay Elem School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.6/10.
How John Jay Elem School Compares
See how John Jay Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1835 W Pheasant Trl, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Jay Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCIENCE ACADEMY OF CHICAGO (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dryden Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lions Park Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mt. Prospect), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Prospect, see our Mount Prospect schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes Jr High School Mount Prospect | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| The Early Learning Center Mt. Prospect | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Forest View Elem School Mount Prospect | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Juliette Low Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Westbrook Early Learning Cntr Mt. Prospect | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Rupley Elem School Elk Grove Village | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Lincoln Middle School Mount Prospect | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Dryden Elem School Arlington Heights | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| SCIENCE ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Mount Prospect | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Mount Prospect | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Friendship Jr High School Des Plaines | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Ridge Family Center for Learning Elk Grove Village | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Fairview Elem School Mt. Prospect | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| South Middle School Arlington Heights | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Lions Park Elem School Mt. Prospect | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Grove Jr High School Elk Grove Village | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| OUR LADY OF THE WAYSIDE SCHOOL Arlington Heights | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Brentwood Elem School Des Plaines | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Elk Grove High School Elk Grove Village | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,168
Median Home Value
$376,300
Median Rent
$1,456/mo
Population
55,989
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Altamont Grade School Altamont, IL | 6.0 |
| Bismarck-Henning Elem School Bismarck, IL | 6.0 |
| Carter Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Chatham Elem School Chatham, IL | 6.0 |
| Columbus Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Currier Elementary School West Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Jay Elem School
What grades does John Jay Elem School serve?
John Jay Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John Jay Elem School?
John Jay Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Jay Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Jay Elem School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Jay Elem School rank in IL?
John Jay Elem School ranks #2,079 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is John Jay Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Jay Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 John Jay Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Jay Elem School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John Jay Elem School a charter school?
No, John Jay Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Jay Elem School a Title I school?
No, John Jay Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Jay Elem School?
79.7% of students at John Jay Elem 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (847) 593-4385
Resources & Links
District
Comm Cons SD 59- District Enrollment
- 5,869
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,948
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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