Maercker Elem School

Maercker Elementary School serves 461 students in grades 3-5 in Westmont, Illinois, offering a focused middle elementary experience in DuPage County. With 32 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention during these critical academic years. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking in the 79th percentile among Illinois elementary schools at #792 out of 3,819 statewide.

With an academic score of 8.4 out of 10, Maercker shows particular strength in its educational programs, though ELA/Reading proficiency rates of 46% across grades indicate opportunities for continued literacy development. Maercker serves families in the 60559 ZIP code area, where the median household income of $88,290 and median home value of $348,700 reflect a stable, middle-to-upper-middle-class community. Half of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, creating an education-focused environment that supports student learning, while the 10% poverty rate indicates generally strong economic stability among families.

Located on South Cass Avenue, Maercker Elementary operates within Westmont's large suburban setting, providing students with both community connections and access to the broader educational and cultural opportunities of the Chicago metropolitan area.