Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kimball Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kimball Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kimball Hill Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
You belong here!
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Kimball Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kimball Hill Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1592 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
43%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
44%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kimball Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Kimball Hill Elementary School is ranked #1592 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kimball Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Kimball Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunting Ridge Elementary School, Westgate Elementary School, Pleasant Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kimball Hill Elementary School?
488 students attend Kimball Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Kimball Hill Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kimball Hill Elementary School?
Kimball Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kimball Hill Elementary School offer ?
Kimball Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Kimball Hill Elementary School part of?
Kimball Hill Elementary School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
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