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Juliette Low Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 408 students

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5 stars

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Posted November 8, 2012

I've had children at Juliette Low for 6 years now and each year I'm humbled by the amazing support we get from our Teachers and Staff. The academic resources are wonderful and there is a constant growth not only in technology but in finding new ways to enhance our children's learning. I also just love the community and am thankful my kids have this kind of support.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 2, 2011

I have been a part of Juliette Low School for almost 10 years now, and I give it two thumbs up! The test scores are misleading, due to spanish speaking students only being allowed to test in english. Both my kids are involved in the TDP program for gifted kids. On the other spectrum is available help for those struggling with reading, math, or speech. Lots of parent involvement shows that "making learning happen together" is really what it is all about! This is a great neighborhood school that sometimes gets a bad wrap due to it's diversity. The world is diverse, we need to embrace it!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 3, 2010

I am happy that my kids are attending Juliette Low. My twins are now going into third grade and are doing very well academically. The teachers have helped them blossom socially, as well. The PTO is excellent! The prinicipal started when my kids entered kindergarten and he is doing an outstanding job! He is such a caring person. For the parent who said... "take a look at their test scores".... Well I have helped a lot in the classrooms and I've seen MANY smart kids at work! Almost half the student population is bilingual so maybe it's difficult for these children to do well with standardized tests that are only given in English. There are many parents who also help this school be successful. The school is well maintained and has many resources for the children. I am excited about our new addition that is presently being constructed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 11, 2009

With three children invested in this wonderful school, I must brag about the outstanding leadership, dedicated staff and wonderfully diverse environment. This school's commitment to continuous improvement despite the challenges of NCLB is evident everywhere you look. Great,great school! We have a wonderful hard working PTO and great community support.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 13, 2008

Take a look at the test scores and you'll know that J Low is not a great school. Most of the scores are below the state average!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 26, 2008

I am pretty happy with this school. The new principal proved to be a great leader! There is always events happening and plenty of activities to join and be a part of. And the staff is ok.. although some could use a lesson in people skills but other than that.. it's a great place for you child to get an education.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 11, 2008

We are so satisfied with everything, we just love this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 3, 2007

This is the best school! i'm very proud that my daughter goes to this school!
—Submitted by DAWN ROBSON, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

197 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
92%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

196 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
62%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
80%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

197 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
86%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

196 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
76%
Science

The state average for Science was 80% in 2012.

62 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
79%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2012.

197 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
92%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.

196 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
74%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students94%
Female100%
Male89%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic95%
Multiracialn/a
White95%
Low income94%
Non-low income96%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities98%
English language learners95%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students72%
Female75%
Male69%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic61%
Multiracialn/a
White90%
Low income60%
Non-low income96%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities78%
English language learners53%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students89%
Female90%
Male87%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
Multiracialn/a
White96%
Low income75%
Non-low income100%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities90%
English language learners77%

Reading

All Students77%
Female87%
Male67%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic65%
Multiracialn/a
White92%
Low income63%
Non-low income88%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities84%
English language learners56%

Science

All Students85%
Female90%
Male80%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
Multiracialn/a
White89%
Low income79%
Non-low income91%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities90%
English language learners73%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students89%
Female80%
Male95%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic78%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White100%
Low income81%
Non-low income97%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities91%
English language learners68%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students76%
Female68%
Male81%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic48%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White100%
Low income55%
Non-low income97%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities79%
English language learners32%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 47% 21%
White 45% 53%
Asian/Pacific Islander 6% 4%
Black 3% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1530 S Highland Ave
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Phone: (847) 593-4383

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