Wayne Thomas Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

2939 Summit Ave, Highland Park, IL

West Highland Park Neighborhood

North Shore School District No. 112

360 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Maureen Deely

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1

Math Proficiency
64%

Reading Proficiency
68%

Academics

A-

Teachers

Source: Niche

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Academics

Reading Proficiency

68%

Math Proficiency

64%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 14:1 Teachers 33	Full Time Teachers 33
Teachers in First or Second Year 24.4%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male 51.9%	Female 48.1%
White 76.2%	Hispanic 12%
Two or more races 5.1%	Asian 4.2%
Black 2.5%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

4/17/2025

We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Wayne Thomas Elementary School. The teachers are truly excellent — dedicated, passionate, and consistently going above and beyond to support each child's learning and development. Our children have thrived both academically and socially, and we credit so...

1.0 parent

4/3/2025

My son has been the victim of significant bullying and harassment this year. Unfortunately, the staff has shown little concern for the issue. I’m deeply disappointed in this school. Until they take a hard look at their internal problems and make meaningful changes, I don’t believe they deserve to re...

5.0 parent

1/21/2024

We have two children at Wayne Thomas, currently fourth and second grade. They’ve been there since kindergarten. We are a special-needs family with a 504 and our needs always feel supported. Every staff member checks in, from the administrative assistant to the librarian. We know we can go to anyone...

5.0 parent

1/10/2024

We have a daughter in 1st grade and a son entering Kindergarten this coming school year, and we couldn't be happier with Wayne Thomas! We were hesitant when we saw the school's scores when we first moved up to the city 7 years ago, but the current district and school leadership is exceptional (which...

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Wayne Thomas Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Highland Park, IL and is served by the North Shore School District No. 112 in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 360 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 64% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 68% are proficient in reading. Wayne Thomas Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $865,726. Discover additional schools in the area, like Highland Park High School, North Shore Academy, Deerfield High School, and more. Learn more about what Highland Park has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Wayne Thomas Elementary School.

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