Excellent
#101 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 3% in state
Kipling Elem School
Elementary School · Deerfield SD 109
700 Kipling Pl, Deerfield, IL 60015
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#101 of 3,813
In Deerfield
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Deerfield SD 109
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Kipling Elem School
Elementary School in Deerfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kipling Elem School
Kipling Elem School is a public elementary school in Deerfield, IL, part of Deerfield SD 109. Kipling Elem School serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipling Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Kipling Elem School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 9.4
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Kipling Elem School — Students at Kipling Elem School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
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: 8.9/10.
How Kipling Elem School Compares
See how Kipling Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 Kipling Pl, Deerfield, IL 60015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipling Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shabonee School (rated 9.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Northbrook), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bannockburn School (rated 9.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Bannockburn), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wilmot Elem School (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Deerfield, see our Deerfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Walden Elem School Deerfield | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Alan B Shepard Middle School Deerfield | 0.7 mi | 9.4 |
| MONTESSORI CONNECTION WEST Highland Park | 0.9 mi | — |
| Sherwood Elem School Highland Park | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ROCHELLE ZELL JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Deerfield | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Red Oak Elem School Highland Park | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Deerfield High School Deerfield | 1.6 mi | 9.6 |
| South Park Elem School Deerfield | 1.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Wilmot Elem School Deerfield | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Charles J Caruso Middle School Deerfield | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| KESHET DAY SCHOOL Northbrook | 2.1 mi | — |
| SAGER SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Northbrook | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| KESHET ELMENTARY Northbrook | 2.1 mi | — |
| Shabonee School Northbrook | 2.3 mi | 9.7 |
| Westmoor Elem School Northbrook | 2.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Bannockburn School Bannockburn | 2.2 mi | 9.7 |
| COVE SCHOOL Northbrook | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| CENTERVIEW THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Northbrook | 2.2 mi | — |
| WYSPA DZIECI LEARNING CENTER Northbrook | 2.2 mi | — |
| Greenbriar Elem School Northbrook | 2.5 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$186,786
Median Home Value
$602,700
Median Rent
$2,284/mo
Population
27,720
College Educated
80%
Homeownership
84.9%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
44.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carrie Busey Elem School Savoy, IL | 9.2 |
| Cossitt Ave Elem School La Grange, IL | 9.2 |
| Crow Island Elem School Winnetka, IL | 9.2 |
| Earl Pritchett School Buffalo Grove, IL | 9.2 |
| Hamilton Elem School Chicago, IL | 9.2 |
| Hawthorne Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago, IL | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipling Elem School
What grades does Kipling Elem School serve?
Kipling Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kipling Elem School?
Kipling Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipling Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipling Elem School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipling Elem School rank in IL?
Kipling Elem School ranks #101 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Kipling Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipling Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Kipling Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipling Elem School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kipling Elem School a charter school?
No, Kipling Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kipling Elem School a Title I school?
No, Kipling Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (847) 948-5151
Resources & Links
District
Deerfield SD 109- District Enrollment
- 2,715
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,414
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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