Terrace Elementary School
Grades: K-5
Students: 224
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 8:1
Certified Teachers: 100%
735 South Westgate Road
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1501
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
9/10
5/10
NA
Academic ProgressNA
College Readiness4/10
Community Reviews
There's much to like about this school but it just wasn't a right fit for us. Our main complaint is that while the school seems to do a good job of making sure all the students are meeting minimum standards, the school doesn't have much to offer kids who exceed the standards and require additional a
Posted by a community member on 6/9/2023This school teaches Critical Race Theory and tries to hide it under the guise of social emotional learning. The music teacher is basically a civics teacher that shows inappropriate videos to second and third graders.The staff does not take responsibility or action with parents legit concerns.
Posted by a parent on 8/30/2021We really like this school and our daughter is thriving there. Teachers, parents, and principal are all very involved. We've been impressed with the curriculum and instruction. Also, their before and after care program for working parents is very good and keeps the kids entertained and having fun. M
Posted by a parent on 1/8/2016Great school! Teachers are very dedicated. My kid absolutely is geting great school experience and is making such a big progress each year. Way to go Terrace!
Posted by a parent on 8/9/2015Excellent elementary school with a "small town" feel. Small classroom sizes, attentive and caring staff ... great experience so far. Looking forward to many years with our children at this school. Mrs Schaefer is a fantastic kindergarten teacher.
Posted by a parent on 4/2/2015Nearby Schools
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Des Plaines schools - Terrace Elementary School is located at 735 South Westgate Road, Des Plaines IL 60016. Terrace Elementary School is in the Community Consolidated School District 62. Terrace Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K-5.
