Pennoyer Elementary is a Pre-K through 8th-grade school serving the areas of Norridge, Harwood Heights, and Norwood Park. The school currently enrolls over 525 students with an emphasis on inclusion, empowerment, and individual growth. Pennoyer seeks to create responsible and respectful citizens who think both creatively and critically.
Named after the Pennoyer family, who was instrumental in the development of the Norridge community in the late 19th century, the school was founded in 1893 with classes taking place in the Pennoyer home. Later, a small schoolhouse was built nearby. While numerous additions and renovations of the original schoolhouse occurred over the next 50 years, a new building was built in the current location opening in 1956.
Pennoyer seeks to empower students toward individual success. A dynamic learning environment focuses on the whole child amid a strong community and culture dedicated to learning. Pennoyer strives to allow both students and parents to take an active role in the educational process. Students are encouraged to take risks and increase their problem-solving skills.
Pennoyer Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
5200 N Cumberland Ave,
Norridge, IL
School Details
Head of School
Gina Sierra
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
24%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Niche Grade
B+
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
24%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
31
Full Time Teachers
31
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.5%
GreatSchools Rating
7
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%
White
70.6%
Hispanic
18.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.4%
Two or more races
2.3%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/5/2021
Most of the teacher are helpful. The staff is typical, nothing out of the ordinary. The building was okay, I saw that they were doing renovations recently so sounds like it's up to date.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/3/2024
Pennoyer is a great school with amazing teachers who truly care about their students.
2/27/2024
We’ve had wonderful teachers. The principal is very involved and caring. He takes issues seriously and is very responsive. I’m looking forward to the construction updates. I would definitely recommend
1/29/2024
They say it takes a village to raise a child and Pennoyer is our village. Our child just started their public education journey and the staff has been extremely supportive and communicative through a number of bumps along the way in academics and behavior- instead of just pointing blame they have wo...
4/8/2023
Pennoyer is an excellent school for many reasons. They truly care and love the students. I have one child who needs to be challenged more and one child that needs more support. The teachers are wonderful with both of their individual needs. We love it here.
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Average Home Value
$452,709
Median Lot Size
3,484 Sq Ft
% Renters
21%
Average Household Income
$100,645
% of College Grads
27%
Median Age
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Pennoyer Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 5200 N Cumberland Ave in Norridge, in the Norridge neighborhood. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 401 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 24% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Pennoyer Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $452,709. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ridgewood Community High School, William Howard 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 Pennoyer Elementary School.