District Mission

To prepare all students for life-long learning

District Vision

We will:

  • Exhibit an unconditional commitment to students.

  • Provide an environment that is respectful and nurturing.

  • Provide a high quality and challenging education in which all children succeed.

  • Foster individual and collaborative creativity.

  • Foster interdependence among all individuals in our community.

  • Create an atmosphere of continual improvement and reflection.

About Our Schools
The school district is recognized both statewide and nationally for its innovative, instructional practices and solid educational programs. The majority of our students score in the top stanines on standardized achievement tests and also exceed state standards on the Illinois Goals Assessment Program.

The K-8 curriculum includes advanced programs, gifted and talented classes, and special needs support services allowing for the development of the whole child. All educational programs are designed to continuously meet the changing needs of students in our dynamic world.

Total operating budget is $35.8 million.

Enrollment
The District houses its 2,112 students in three elementary (K-4) schools, and a middle school (5-8). School-by-school enrollment figures are as follows:

  • Cherokee School - 380 students
  • Everett School - 377 students
  • Sheridan School - 290 students
  • Deer Path Middle School - 1065 students

Staff
District 67 employs approximately 101 classroom teachers, 103 specialized teachers (music, physical education, art, etc.), 17 administrators, 31 teacher aides, and 38 educational support personnel, for a total of 290 staff members.

Class Size
Average class size for grades 1-8 is 21 students per classroom. There is a ratio of approximately 9 students to every certified employee at District 67.

Cost Per Pupil
District 67's cost per pupil is approximately $12,640.

History
Click here for a brief history of our schools.