Very Good
#1051 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 28% in state
Ardmore Elem School
Elementary School · SD 45 DuPage County
225 S Harvard Ave, Villa Park, IL 60181
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Villa Park
#4 of 6
public schools
Illinois elementary schools
#673 of 2,326
In district
#4 of 8
SD 45 DuPage County
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Ardmore Elem School
Ardmore Elementary School serves 451 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Villa Park, Illinois, with a comfortable student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1 supported by 31 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 519th out of 3,819 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 86th percentile among Illinois schools. With an impressive academic score of 9.1 out of 10, Ardmore Elementary shows particular strength in preparing students for success.
The school's ELA and reading programs achieve solid results, with 53% of students performing at proficient levels or above across all grade levels. The school serves families in the 60181 area of DuPage County, where the median household income reaches $86,812 and median home values average $282,800. The community reflects educational values, with 37% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 6.0% among the 30,973 residents in the zip code area.
Ardmore Elementary School is situated in Villa Park's large suburban setting, providing students with the benefits of a well-established community that values education and family stability.
Score Breakdown
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Ardmore Elem School — Students at Ardmore Elem School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.9/10.
How Ardmore Elem School Compares
See how Ardmore Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 52% (2019) to 42% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 59% (2019) to 53% (2022).
Location
225 S Harvard Ave, Villa Park, IL 60181
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ardmore Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Schafer Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lombard), which scores notably higher. Another option is Salt Creek Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Elmhurst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stevenson School (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lombard), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Villa Park, see our Villa Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Middle School Villa Park | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Westmore Elem School Lombard | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| ST PIUS X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lombard | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Jackson Middle School Villa Park | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| District 45 Early Education Ctr Villa Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| North Elem School Villa Park | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ISLAMIC FOUNDATION SCHOOL Villa Park | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Willowbrook High School Villa Park | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Villa Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Schafer Elem School Lombard | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| John E Albright Middle School Villa Park | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| CREATIVE MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Lombard | 1.2 mi | — |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lombard | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Salt Creek Elem School Elmhurst | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Addison Early Learning Center Addison | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Ardmore Elem School Addison | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| York Center Elem School Lombard | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Stevenson School Lombard | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| York Comm High School Elmhurst | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School Lombard | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60181 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,375
Median Home Value
$294,700
Median Rent
$1,619/mo
Population
30,247
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
69.4%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
36.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ardmore Elem School has a median household income of $90,375. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $294,700, with a median rent of $1,619/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alice Gustafson Elem School Batavia, IL | 7.2 |
| Arnold J Tyler School New Lenox, IL | 7.2 |
| Carrier Mills-Stonefort Elem Sch Carrier Mills, IL | 7.2 |
| Claremont Academy Elem School Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
| Elizabeth Morris Elem School Cahokia, IL | 7.2 |
| Elwood C C School Elwood, IL | 7.2 |
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 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ardmore Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ardmore Elem School is 14.5:1. 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 is ranked #1051 out of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Ardmore Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ardmore Elem School has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ardmore Elem School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ardmore Elem School has 47.0% math proficiency and 49.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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?
27.9% 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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 64 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 24 Minimal Transit
- Bike Score
- 47 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (1,752/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 451
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Phone
- (630) 516-7370
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
SD 45 DuPage County- District Enrollment
- 3,169
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,608
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
Other Schools in This District
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