J W RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

J W Riley Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Wheeling CCSD 21 school district, located in Arlington Heights, IL with about 291 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 20 teachers, J W Riley Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

J.W. Riley Elementary School is located in Arlington Heights, Illinois, and is a part of Arlington Heights School District 25. The school serves a diverse student body from the local suburban community, placing a strong emphasis on academic foundational skills, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive learning environment. As a neighborhood school, it is recognized for fostering a close-knit community atmosphere where staff, students, and parents collaborate to enhance the educational experience.

Academically, the school follows the district’s comprehensive curriculum, which integrates core subjects with opportunities for enrichment and extracurricular involvement. The faculty focuses on differentiated instruction to meet the varied needs of students, supported by a variety of resources aimed at promoting both literacy and mathematical proficiency. With its location in a quiet residential area, the school remains a focal point for families in the district, striving to prepare students for a successful transition to the middle school level through structured classroom engagement and inclusive school-wide programs.

For more information, contact J W Riley Elem School at (847) 670-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.