Summary:
The Northbrook Education Service District 27 in Illinois is home to two exceptional elementary schools: Hickory Point Elementary School and Shabonee School. These schools serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade, providing a strong academic foundation in the Northbrook community.
Among the two schools, Shabonee School stands out as a top performer, consistently ranking among the best elementary schools in Illinois. In the 2024-2025 school year, Shabonee School ranked 44th out of 2,056 schools statewide, placing it in the top 2% of elementary schools. The school's exceptional academic performance is evident in its high proficiency rates in English Language Arts (88.6%) and Mathematics (80.8%), significantly exceeding the district and state averages.
While both Hickory Point Elementary School and Shabonee School have similar per-student spending and student-teacher ratios, the difference in their academic achievements suggests that factors beyond just funding and staffing may contribute to Shabonee School's outstanding results. Both schools, however, face a challenge with high chronic absenteeism rates, an area that may require further attention and targeted interventions to improve student attendance.
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