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Kimball Hill Elem School

Elementary School · Palatine CCSD 15

2905 Meadow Dr, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

Enrollment

488

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,023 of 3,813

In Rolling Meadows

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#12 of 19

Palatine CCSD 15

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Kimball Hill Elem School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Rolling Meadows · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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About Kimball Hill Elem School

Kimball Hill Elem School is a public elementary school in Rolling Meadows, IL, part of Palatine CCSD 15. Kimball Hill Elem School serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Kimball Hill Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,023 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Kimball Hill Elem School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,671
Chronic Absenteeism24.6%

Kimball Hill Elem School — Students at Kimball Hill Elem School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.6% (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
88%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
33%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Kimball Hill Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in IL
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

Location

2905 Meadow Dr, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kimball Hill Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenbrier Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Road Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westgate Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rolling Meadows, see our Rolling Meadows schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Carl Sandburg Jr High School Rolling Meadows 0.4 mi 6.0
Rolling Meadows High School Rolling Meadows 1.0 mi 7.9
Central Road Elem School Rolling Meadows 1.0 mi 8.2
Willow Bend Elem School Rolling Meadows 1.2 mi 6.5
Westgate Elem School Arlington Heights 1.0 mi 8.0
SOUTH CAMPUS Palatine 1.7 mi 7.0
OUR LADY OF THE WAYSIDE SCHOOL Arlington Heights 1.5 mi 6.3
Plum Grove Jr High School Rolling Meadows 1.5 mi 7.8
South Middle School Arlington Heights 1.6 mi 8.3
Winston Campus Elementary Palatine 2.2 mi 7.5
Winston Campus Jr High Palatine 2.2 mi 5.2
Patton Elem School Arlington Heights 2.1 mi 6.8
ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arlington Heights 2.0 mi 6.3
Juliette Low Elem School Arlington Heights 2.2 mi 4.1
Gray M Sanborn Elem School Palatine 2.5 mi 6.6
Lake Louise Elem School Palatine 2.7 mi 3.7
Pleasant Hill Elem School Palatine 2.3 mi 7.7
Olive-Mary Stitt School Arlington Heights 2.3 mi 7.9
Greenbrier Elem School Arlington Heights 2.9 mi 8.7
Thomas Middle School Arlington Heights 2.5 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,213

Median Home Value

$295,000

Median Rent

$1,561/mo

Population

22,949

College Educated

38.6%

Homeownership

72.5%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

38.3

Similar Schools

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Adlai Stevenson Elem School Elk Grove Village, IL 6.1
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Booth Tarkington Elem School Wheeling, IL 6.1
Briargate Elem School Cary, IL 6.1
CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield, IL 6.1
Chester Elem School Chester, IL 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kimball Hill Elem School

What grades does Kimball Hill Elem School serve?

Kimball Hill Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Kimball Hill Elem School?

Kimball Hill Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kimball Hill Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kimball Hill Elem School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kimball Hill Elem School rank in IL?

Kimball Hill Elem School ranks #2,023 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Kimball Hill Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kimball Hill Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Kimball Hill Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kimball Hill Elem School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kimball Hill Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Kimball Hill Elem School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kimball Hill Elem School?

42.6% of students at Kimball Hill 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

District

Palatine CCSD 15
District Enrollment
11,184
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,671
District Rank
#12 of 19

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