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#10 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 1% in state

Shabonee School

Elementary School · Northbrook ESD 27

1000 Pfingsten Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062

Enrollment

437

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

9.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#10 of 3,813

In Northbrook

#2 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Northbrook ESD 27

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Shabonee School

9.7/10

Elementary School in Northbrook · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.4/10

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9.4/10

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About Shabonee School

Shabonee School is a public elementary school in Northbrook, IL, part of Northbrook ESD 27. Shabonee School serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Shabonee School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Shabonee School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.8
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+21.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,871
Chronic Absenteeism6.9%

Shabonee School — Students at Shabonee School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 82.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.2% (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
98%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
69%
2022
ELA
70%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Shabonee School Compares

See how Shabonee School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.7/10
100th percentile in IL
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.9%

Location

1000 Pfingsten Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shabonee School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hickory Point Elem School (rated 10.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wescott Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Meadowbrook Elem School (rated 9.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Northbrook, see our Northbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
KESHET DAY SCHOOL Northbrook 0.5 mi
SAGER SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Northbrook 0.5 mi 7.4
KESHET ELMENTARY Northbrook 0.5 mi
Westmoor Elem School Northbrook 0.5 mi 9.4
CENTERVIEW THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Northbrook 0.7 mi
WYSPA DZIECI LEARNING CENTER Northbrook 0.7 mi
ROCHELLE ZELL JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Deerfield 1.2 mi 6.9
Greenbriar Elem School Northbrook 1.0 mi 9.4
Wescott Elementary School Northbrook 1.2 mi 9.6
Hickory Point Elem School Northbrook 1.1 mi 10.0
Field School Northbrook 1.3 mi 9.3
Alan B Shepard Middle School Deerfield 1.8 mi 9.4
ST NORBERT SCHOOL Northbrook 1.4 mi 7.8
South Park Elem School Deerfield 1.8 mi 9.4
Wood Oaks Jr High School Northbrook 1.6 mi 9.7
Glenbrook North High School Northbrook 1.9 mi 9.5
Meadowbrook Elem School Northbrook 1.6 mi 9.5
Maple School Northbrook 2.0 mi 9.6
Kipling Elem School Deerfield 2.3 mi 9.2
Willowbrook Elem School Glenview 2.3 mi 9.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,759

Median Home Value

$625,800

Median Rent

$1,921/mo

Population

41,667

College Educated

70.6%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

49.3

Similar Schools

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Brook Forest Elem School Oak Brook, IL 9.7
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Edison Elem Regional Gifted Cntr Chicago, IL 9.7
Elm Elem School Burr Ridge, IL 9.7
Meadow Glens Elementary School Naperville, IL 9.7
Oak Elem School Hinsdale, IL 9.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shabonee School

What grades does Shabonee School serve?

Shabonee School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Shabonee School?

Shabonee School has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shabonee School?

The student-teacher ratio at Shabonee School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shabonee School rank in IL?

Shabonee School ranks #10 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Shabonee School's MySchoolScout rating?

Shabonee School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 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 Shabonee School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shabonee School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Shabonee School a charter school?

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

Is Shabonee School a Title I school?

No, Shabonee School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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How does Shabonee School stack up?

Westmoor Elem School
9.4
Greenbriar Elem School
9.4
Meadowbrook Elem School
9.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.9%

District

Northbrook ESD 27
District Enrollment
1,347
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,871
District Rank
#2 of 3

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