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#3473 of 3,813 schools in IL

Aux Sable

Elementary School · Minooka CCSD 201

1004 Misty Creek Dr, Minooka, IL 60447

Enrollment

604

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,473 of 3,813

In Minooka

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Minooka CCSD 201

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Aux Sable

4.1/10

Elementary School in Minooka · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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About Aux Sable

Aux Sable is a public elementary school in Minooka, IL, part of Minooka CCSD 201. Aux Sable serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Aux Sable has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,473 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Aux Sable show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,808
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Aux Sable — Students at Aux Sable score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
91%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
21%
2022
ELA
24%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Aux Sable Compares

See how Aux Sable performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
9th percentile in IL
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Location

1004 Misty Creek Dr, Minooka, IL 60447

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aux Sable may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. N B Galloway Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Channahon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pioneer Path (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Channahon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Troy Hofer Elem Sch (rated 8.0/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Shorewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minooka, see our Minooka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Minooka Jr High School Minooka 1.4 mi 4.3
Minooka Community High School Minooka 1.6 mi 5.4
Minooka Intermediate School Minooka 2.1 mi 4.1
Minooka Primary Center Minooka 2.1 mi 5.4
Minooka Elem School Minooka 2.3 mi 4.2
Three Rivers School Channahon 2.5 mi 6.6
Pioneer Path Channahon 2.8 mi 8.3
Channahon Junior High School Channahon 3.4 mi 7.3
N B Galloway Elem School Channahon 3.4 mi 9.3
FAMILIES OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Channahon 3.9 mi 6.4
Walnut Trails Elem School Shorewood 6.4 mi 7.5
Jones Elementary School Joliet 7.4 mi 4.7
Troy Shorewood School Shorewood 7.5 mi 7.5
Thomas Jefferson Elem Sch Joliet 8.7 mi 6.1
Aux Sable Middle Sch Joliet 8.8 mi 5.3
Troy Hofer Elem Sch Shorewood 8.4 mi 8.0
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shorewood 8.4 mi 7.0
Charles Reed Elementary Sch Plainfield 9.0 mi 5.2
Orenic Intermediate School Plainfield 8.7 mi 7.1
Troy Middle School Plainfield 8.8 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60447 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,039

Median Home Value

$295,400

Median Rent

$1,525/mo

Population

16,099

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

90.7%

Avg Commute

33.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

35.4

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Hall Elem School Aurora, IL 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aux Sable

What grades does Aux Sable serve?

Aux Sable serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Aux Sable?

Aux Sable has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Aux Sable?

The student-teacher ratio at Aux Sable is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Aux Sable rank in IL?

Aux Sable ranks #3,473 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Aux Sable's MySchoolScout rating?

Aux Sable has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Aux Sable?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Aux Sable has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Aux Sable a charter school?

No, Aux Sable is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Aux Sable a Title I school?

No, Aux Sable is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aux Sable?

31.1% of students at Aux Sable 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Grundy County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

Minooka CCSD 201
District Enrollment
4,457
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,808
District Rank
#7 of 7

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