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Piper School
Elementary School · Berwyn South SD 100
2435 Kenilworth Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,969 of 3,813
In Berwyn
#10 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Berwyn South SD 100
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Piper School
Elementary School in Berwyn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Piper School
Piper School is a public elementary school in Berwyn, IL, part of Berwyn South SD 100. Piper School serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Piper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,969 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Piper School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Piper School — Students at Piper School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
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: 5.3/10.
How Piper School Compares
See how Piper School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2435 Kenilworth Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Piper School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blythe Park Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. Another option is Betsy Ross Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Forest Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF OAK PARK (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Berwyn, see our Berwyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J Sterling Morton West High Sch Berwyn | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ODILO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berwyn | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Hiawatha Elem School Berwyn | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Emerson Elem School Berwyn | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Heritage Middle School Berwyn | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Komensky Elem School Berwyn | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Jefferson Elem School Berwyn | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Freedom Middle School Berwyn | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Prairie Oak School Berwyn | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Blythe Park Elem School Riverside | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| ST LEONARD SCHOOL Berwyn | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF OAK PARK Berwyn | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Lincoln Middle School Berwyn | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| THE ANGELS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Berwyn | 1.1 mi | — |
| Irving Elem School Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Karel Havlicek Elem School Berwyn | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Betsy Ross Elem School Forest Park | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Pershing Elem School Berwyn | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| J Sterling Morton East High Sch Cicero | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Goodwin Elementary School Cicero | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,993
Median Home Value
$277,800
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
63,867
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield, IL | 6.1 |
| Cobden Elem School Cobden, IL | 6.1 |
| FRASSATI CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wauconda, IL | 6.1 |
| Gordon School Posen, IL | 6.1 |
| Grant Park Elem School Grant Park, IL | 6.1 |
| HILLEL TORAH NORTH SUBURBAN DAY SCHOOL Skokie, IL | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Piper School
What grades does Piper School serve?
Piper School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Piper School?
Piper School has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Piper School?
The student-teacher ratio at Piper School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Piper School rank in IL?
Piper School ranks #1,969 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Piper School's MySchoolScout rating?
Piper 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 Piper School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Piper School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Piper School a charter school?
No, Piper School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Piper School a Title I school?
No, Piper School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piper School?
71.4% of students at Piper 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
- 276
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.1%
- Phone
- (708) 795-2364
Resources & Links
District
Berwyn South SD 100- District Enrollment
- 3,048
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,473
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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