Excellent
#443 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 12% in state
Based on limited data
South Elem School
Elementary School · Glencoe SD 35
266 Linden Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#443 of 3,813
In Glencoe
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Glencoe SD 35
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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South Elem School
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About South Elem School
South Elem School is a public elementary school in Glencoe, IL, part of Glencoe SD 35. South Elem School serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #443 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.8
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How South Elem School Compares
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Location
266 Linden Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greeley Elem School (rated 9.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Winnetka), which scores notably higher. Another option is The Joseph Sears School (rated 9.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Kenilworth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West School (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glencoe, see our Glencoe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Winnetka | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Central School Glencoe | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Hubbard Woods Elem School Winnetka | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Carleton W Washburne School Winnetka | 1.3 mi | 9.6 |
| The Skokie School Winnetka | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Crow Island Elem School Winnetka | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| West School Glencoe | 1.5 mi | 9.5 |
| HYDE PARK DAY SCHOOL NORTHFIELD Northfield | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTH SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Winnetka | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| THE SCHOOL OF SAINTS FAITH, HOPE & CHARITY Winnetka | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Middlefork Primary School Northfield | 2.1 mi | 9.5 |
| New Trier Township H S Northfield Northfield | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Northfield Community Nursery Sch Northfield | 2.2 mi | — |
| Braeside Elem School Highland Park | 2.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Greeley Elem School Winnetka | 2.4 mi | 9.8 |
| Marie Murphy School Wilmette | 2.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Sunset Ridge Elem School Northfield | 2.3 mi | 9.6 |
| Harper Elem School Wilmette | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| New Trier Township H S Winnetka Winnetka | 2.6 mi | 9.6 |
| The Joseph Sears School Kenilworth | 2.9 mi | 9.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,345,200
Median Rent
$2,097/mo
Population
8,415
College Educated
88.2%
Homeownership
91.7%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
45.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AVERY COONLEY SCHOOL Downers Grove, IL | 8.2 |
| Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch Algonquin, IL | 8.2 |
| Arnold W Kruse Ed Center Orland Park, IL | 8.2 |
| Carl Sandburg Elem School Wheaton, IL | 8.2 |
| Central Road Elem School Rolling Meadows, IL | 8.2 |
| Corron Elementary School South Elgin, IL | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Elem School
What grades does South Elem School serve?
South Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend South Elem School?
South Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Elem School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Elem School rank in IL?
South Elem School ranks #443 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is South Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is South Elem School a charter school?
No, South Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Elem School a Title I school?
No, South Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 835-6400
Resources & Links
District
Glencoe SD 35- District Enrollment
- 1,217
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,766
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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