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#652 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 17% in state

Ardmore Elem School

Elementary School · Addison SD 4

644 S Ardmore Ave, Addison, IL 60101

Enrollment

238

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#652 of 3,813

In Addison

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

Addison SD 4

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Ardmore Elem School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Addison · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Addison Early Learning Center

6.3/10

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About Ardmore Elem School

Ardmore Elem School is a public elementary school in Addison, IL, part of Addison SD 4. Ardmore Elem School serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ardmore Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #652 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Ardmore Elem School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.1
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Ardmore Elem School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-1.16 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)14% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,060
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Ardmore Elem School — Students at Ardmore Elem School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 14.1% (multi-year average, 2015-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 11.6% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 15 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2022
ELA
2.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How Ardmore Elem School Compares

See how Ardmore Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
83th percentile in IL
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Location

644 S Ardmore Ave, Addison, IL 60101

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ardmore Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ardmore Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Villa Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CONCORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Bensenville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Addison, see our Addison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Addison Early Learning Center Addison 0.0 mi 6.3
Fullerton Elem School Addison 0.4 mi 4.7
North Elem School Villa Park 0.9 mi 6.3
Jefferson Middle School Villa Park 1.2 mi 6.6
Lake Park Elem School Addison 1.1 mi 7.6
Emerson Elem School Elmhurst 1.1 mi 8.1
Indian Trail Jr High School Addison 1.5 mi 5.7
Army Trail Elem School Addison 1.5 mi 6.4
Schafer Elem School Lombard 1.6 mi 5.9
Ardmore Elem School Villa Park 2.1 mi 8.1
PYTHAGORAS CHILDRENS ACADEMY Elmhurst 1.6 mi 6.0
Lincoln Elem School Addison 1.9 mi 4.8
SCHOOL OF EXPRESSIVE ARTS AND LEARNING (SEAL) Lombard 1.7 mi 6.8
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Villa Park 2.2 mi
York Comm High School Elmhurst 2.0 mi 8.8
CONCORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bensenville 2.0 mi 7.8
SUNRISE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Addison 2.0 mi
Westmore Elem School Lombard 2.5 mi 7.5
PIXIE & DIXIE DAY CARE CENTER INC Wood Dale 2.6 mi
Oakbrook Elem School Wood Dale 2.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,860

Median Home Value

$315,300

Median Rent

$1,236/mo

Population

37,202

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

41

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Bartelso Elem School Bartelso, IL 7.8
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Dahlgren Elem School Dahlgren, IL 7.8
Elmer H Franzen Intermediate Sch Itasca, IL 7.8
Indian Creek Elementary School Shabbona, IL 7.8
Jonesboro Elem School Jonesboro, IL 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ardmore Elem School

What grades does Ardmore Elem School serve?

Ardmore Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Ardmore Elem School?

Ardmore Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ardmore Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ardmore Elem School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ardmore Elem School rank in IL?

Ardmore Elem School ranks #652 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Ardmore Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ardmore Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ardmore Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ardmore Elem School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Ardmore Elem School a charter school?

No, Ardmore Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ardmore Elem School a Title I school?

No, Ardmore Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ardmore Elem School?

76.1% of students at Ardmore Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

Addison SD 4
District Enrollment
3,442
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,060
District Rank
#1 of 9

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