Summary:
Wayne Thomas Elementary School is a highly-regarded public elementary school in Highland Park, Illinois, serving 381 students in grades K-5 and part of the North Shore School District 112. This school consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and outperforming state and district averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
The school's academic excellence is evident, with 67.2% of 3rd graders, 73.2% of 4th graders, and 71.4% of 5th graders proficient or better in ELA, compared to state averages of 28.8%, 35.4%, and 35.2%, respectively. In Mathematics, 68.8% of 3rd graders, 60.6% of 4th graders, and 57.1% of 5th graders were proficient or better, outpacing the state averages of 33%, 27.7%, and 25.6%. Wayne Thomas Elementary School's diverse student population, with 75.59% White, 12.86% Hispanic, 3.94% Asian, and 2.36% African American students, also demonstrates the school's commitment to equity and inclusion, with strong performance across all subgroups.
While the school's chronic absenteeism rate has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, it remains an area for improvement, the school's overall academic excellence and support for diverse learners make it a standout in the region. When compared to nearby schools, such as Everett Elementary School and Kipling Elementary School, Wayne Thomas Elementary School generally outperforms its peers, though the broader region is home to other high-performing schools as well.
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Detail:
Public K-5
District:
North Shore School District 112
SchoolDigger Rank:
90th of 2,077 Illinois Elementary Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $19,376
Students who attend Wayne Thomas Elementary School usually attend:
Student/teacher ratio: 12.2
Number of students: 381
Racial breakdown:
White:
75.6%
Hispanic:
12.9%
Two or more races:
4.7%
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Asian:
3.9%
African American:
2.4%
American Indian:
0.3%
Pacific Islander:
0.3%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 20%
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