JOYCE KILMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Joyce Kilmer Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wheeling CCSD 21 school district, located in Buffalo Grove, IL with about 516 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Joyce Kilmer Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Joyce Kilmer Elementary School, located in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades K–5. As part of Community Consolidated School District 21, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. It emphasizes strong academic foundations in core subjects like literacy and mathematics while integrating social-emotional learning to ensure students develop well-rounded interpersonal skills.

The school is known for its active and engaged community, often benefiting from strong parental involvement and a collaborative atmosphere between staff and families. Joyce Kilmer prides itself on providing diverse extracurricular opportunities and personalized instructional approaches that cater to the varied learning needs of its student body. With a focus on preparing children for future academic success, the school maintains a reputation for being a stable, nurturing, and high-performing educational anchor within the Buffalo Grove community.

For more information, contact Joyce Kilmer Elem School at (847) 520-2760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.