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Wescott Elementary School

Public | 1-5 | 377 students

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Posted November 26, 2007

i have lived in northbrook for 10 years and had sent my kids to private school thinking that it's better. we join wescott 2 years ago, and, i don't have the words for it, it's such a greeaaat school. the school staff, the programs, and pto all work together to bring out the qualities of the children. there's enhancement program for the ones that need help, there's enrichment program for the ones that are ahead, there's esl, speech, reading, and the very beautiful musical shows led by the very talented music teacher Mr V. , last but not least, the beauty of sharing and helping others in need are demonstrated by the pto in hosting activities that help the less fortunate in the city. thank you all at wescott, you help make wescott a quality school, that the children will learn for life. & thank you dr carmen, the principal.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 19, 2007

Wescott is an outstanding elementary school in which the entire staff truly cares about each individual student. In addition to academics, the school focuses on qualities of good citizenship. The music teacher is beyond belief. He has written dozens of incredibly entertaining original musicals for the children and scores of original music (including the school song about the Wescott Family)! No child leaves the school without being touched with an incredible love for music! Our principal has been with the school since the Fall of 2005. She is extremely personable, an excellent administrator and leader, and a truly caring person with both the children and their parents. There are strong programs for both children who excel (enrichment) and those who need extra help (IEPs, ESLs, etc). Seasonal supplemental school programs include science club, chess club, arts & crafts, and computer club. This school is incredible!
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Posted April 5, 2007

My son was at Wescott for two great years before we had to move out of the state. Wescott is a very special school. Dr Carmen's leadership is unbelievable. She makes it her point to get to know all of the students. She is visible, reachable and approachable. The teachers are all incredible and truly care about their students. My son learned to think critically versus learning how to take a test. Parents are encouraged and welcome to help out. New students aren't left to sit by themselves at lunch or recess. I only wish my son could still be apart of this truel amazing school.
—Submitted by 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.

244 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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2009

 
 
97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

242 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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96%

2011

 
 
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2010

 
 
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2009

 
 
94%
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.

244 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
100%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

242 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
94%
Science

The state average for Science was 80% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
97%
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.

244 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
99%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.

242 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
100%
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 Students99%
Female97%
Male100%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White98%
Low incomen/a
Non-low incomen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)94%
Students without disabilities100%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students96%
Female95%
Male97%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White95%
Low incomen/a
Non-low incomen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)88%
Students without disabilities98%
English language learnersn/a
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 Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White100%
Low incomen/a
Non-low incomen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)100%
Students without disabilities100%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students98%
Female100%
Male95%
Blackn/a
Asian93%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White98%
Low incomen/a
Non-low incomen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)93%
Students without disabilities99%
English language learnersn/a

Science

All Students94%
Female100%
Male87%
Blackn/a
Asian93%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White94%
Low incomen/a
Non-low incomen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)79%
Students without disabilities97%
English language learnersn/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 Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White100%
Low incomen/a
Non-low incomen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)100%
Students without disabilities100%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students99%
Female100%
Male98%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White100%
Low incomen/a
Non-low incomen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)95%
Students without disabilities100%
English language learnersn/a
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
White 77% 53%
Asian/Pacific Islander 21% 4%
Hispanic 2% 21%
Black 1% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1820 Western Ave
Northbrook, IL 60062
Phone: (847) 272-4660

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