Below Average
#3461 of 3,813 schools in IL
Juliette Low Elem School
Elementary School · Comm Cons SD 59
1530 S Highland Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,461 of 3,813
In Arlington Heights
#13 of 13
public schools
In district
#14 of 15
Comm Cons SD 59
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Juliette Low Elem School
Juliette Low Elem School is a public elementary school in Arlington Heights, IL, part of Comm Cons SD 59. Juliette Low Elem School serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Juliette Low Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,461 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Juliette Low Elem School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Juliette Low 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
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Juliette Low Elem School — Students at Juliette Low Elem School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
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: 2.0/10.
How Juliette Low Elem School Compares
See how Juliette Low 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
1530 S Highland Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juliette Low Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Road Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Rolling Meadows), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westgate Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Windsor Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arlington Heights, see our Arlington Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes Jr High School Mount Prospect | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE WAYSIDE SCHOOL Arlington Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| South Middle School Arlington Heights | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Forest View Elem School Mount Prospect | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| The Early Learning Center Mt. Prospect | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Dryden Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Westgate Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| John Jay Elem School Mount Prospect | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Rolling Meadows High School Rolling Meadows | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Westbrook Early Learning Cntr Mt. Prospect | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Willow Bend Elem School Rolling Meadows | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Carl Sandburg Jr High School Rolling Meadows | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Rupley Elem School Elk Grove Village | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Windsor Elementary School Arlington Heights | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Kimball Hill Elem School Rolling Meadows | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Central Road Elem School Rolling Meadows | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Lincoln Middle School Mount Prospect | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arlington Heights | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST VIATOR HIGH SCHOOL Arlington Heights | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,304
Median Home Value
$376,200
Median Rent
$1,621/mo
Population
29,022
College Educated
57.2%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A O Marshall Elem School Joliet, IL | 4.1 |
| Apollo Elem School Aledo, IL | 4.1 |
| Beethoven Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.1 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elem School Moline, IL | 4.1 |
| Bicentennial Elem School Coal Valley, IL | 4.1 |
| CICS - Loomis Primary Campus Chicago, IL | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juliette Low Elem School
What grades does Juliette Low Elem School serve?
Juliette Low Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Juliette Low Elem School?
Juliette Low Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juliette Low Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Juliette Low Elem School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juliette Low Elem School rank in IL?
Juliette Low Elem School ranks #3,461 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Juliette Low Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Juliette Low Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Juliette Low Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juliette Low Elem School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Juliette Low Elem School a charter school?
No, Juliette Low Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juliette Low Elem School a Title I school?
No, Juliette Low Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juliette Low Elem School?
62.9% of students at Juliette Low 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
- 275
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.5%
- Phone
- (847) 593-4383
Resources & Links
District
Comm Cons SD 59- District Enrollment
- 5,869
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,948
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
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