The Joseph Sears School

The Joseph Sears School

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
542 Abbotsford Rd,  Kenilworth, IL
3.6
469 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Kendra Wallace
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Math Proficiency
77%
Reading Proficiency
70%

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A+
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
70%
Math Proficiency
77%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
50
Full Time Teachers
50
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

10
Test Scores
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
153:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.2%
Female
48.8%
White
83.2%
Two or more races
7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.9%
Hispanic
4%
Black
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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School Rankings

#2 Best Public MS in Illinois
#8 Best Public ES in Illinois
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 15 Reviews
1.0 parent
5/4/2025
A Toxic Culture Hidden Behind PrestigeThe Joseph Sears School presents itself as a prestigious, high-performing institution—but beneath its polished exterior lies a deeply broken and harmful environment that no child should have to endureBullying is widespread and often vicious, targeting students t...
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principal
7/18/2024
As a leader of The Joseph Sears School in Kenilworth, I’m delighted to reflect on the positive environment we’ve cultivated here. Our dedicated team of educators brings both expertise and enthusiasm to their work, making each day an opportunity for growth and learning.We pride ourselves on offering...
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5.0 other
7/16/2024
The Joseph Sears School does an incredible job of ensuring our students achieve at the highest level, preparing them for high school and the world beyond. It goes beyond academics, with students also receiving strong SEL curriculum, and enrichment opportunities via local groups and partners. We love...
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1.0 parent
6/3/2024
The school administration is horrible and just make fun of kids and intentionally try to make them get in trouble. The dawn Is the worst them they I’ve ever met in my world
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