John V. Leigh Elementary is an elementary school in Norridge serving over 545 students in grades Pre-K through 4th, with older grades offered at nearby J. Giles Elementary. Overseen by Illinois District #80, the school seeks to inspire educational excellence in a nurturing environment, with high test scores and student performance ratings compared to other Illinois institutions. Nearly half of all students at Leigh Elementary perform at or above average in reading and math.
The school was built in 1958 amid an increase in the local population served by Giles Elementary. It was named after longtime District #80 superintendent, John V.. Leigh. School programs include special education and STEAM-focused learning, including the in-progress construction of a new science center.
John V. Leigh Elementary seeks to develop students who are independent, collaborative and motivated in a learning environment that is safe and positive. An engaged parent portal encourages parent involvement in each child’s education.
J Leigh Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-4
8151 W Lawrence Ave,
Norridge, IL
Norridge School District No. 80
School Details
Head of School
Ms. Jennifer Ban
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
66%
Niche Grade
A-
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
66%
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Math Proficiency
67%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
44
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Full Time Teachers
44
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Teachers in First or Second Year
4.7%
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GreatSchools Rating
7
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
67.6%
State Average
38.5%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
597:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
50.6%
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Female
49.4%
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White
68.6%
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Hispanic
18.6%
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Asian
11.2%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
4/23/2026
As our son finishes 4th grade and gets ready to move on to middle school, I just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart.These past years have meant so much to our family. The school has such a warm, family-like atmosphere, and it made a huge difference for us.He started school with a spee...
4/13/2026
It started out ok but then we had issues with many parents and grandparents being bullies and unkind to my child and myself. It progressively got worse and I am so glad we are done with this school. There are a lot of kids with behavioral issues and it spills over into bullying and aggressive behavi...
3/14/2025
Great school, so far no bad teachers but neighborhood school is great cuz of the people who go there
6/14/2023
Great support for kids. We really like it.
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List Price Range
$266K - $1M
Homes For Sale
18
Average Home Value
$474,680
Median Lot Size
3,484 Sq Ft
% Renters
21%
Average Household Income
$100,645
% of College Grads
27%
Median Age
46
Average House Size
3,232 Sq Ft
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Grandparents' Park
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Park No. 580
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J Leigh Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-4 in Norridge, IL, in the Norridge neighborhood, and is served by the Norridge School District No. 80 in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 572 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 66% are proficient in reading. J Leigh Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $474,680. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ridgewood Community High School, Taft High School, East Leyden High School, and more. Learn more about what Norridge has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near J Leigh Elementary School.