Excellent
#42 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 6% of private schools
Avery Coonley School
Elementary School
1400 MAPLE AVE 2, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#42 of 716
In Downers Grove
#1 of 5
public schools
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About Avery Coonley School
Avery Coonley School is a private elementary school in Downers Grove, IL. Avery Coonley School serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Avery Coonley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Avery Coonley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Avery Coonley School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Avery Coonley School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Downers Grove, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avery Coonley School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Hillcrest Elem School | 5.5 |
| Indian Trail Elem School | 5.8 |
| O Neill Middle School | 5.7 |
| Whittier Elem School | 7.8 |
| Pierce Downer Elem School | 6.5 |
| Henry Puffer School | 7.5 |
| Fairmount Elem School | 7.1 |
| Herrick Middle School | 6.0 |
| Kingsley Elem School | 7.4 |
| Lester Elem School | 7.7 |
| Belle Aire Elem School | 6.7 |
| Highland Elem School | 6.1 |
| El Sierra Elem School | 5.9 |
| Lakeview Jr High School | 7.3 |
| Prairieview Elementary School | 7.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1400 MAPLE AVE 2, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Avery Coonley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whittier Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Lester Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Henry Puffer School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Downers Grove, see our Downers Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Elem School Downers Grove | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| DOWNERS GROVE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Downers Grove | 0.5 mi | — |
| PATHWAY MONTESSORI Downers Grove | 0.6 mi | — |
| DOWNERS GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downers Grove | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOSEPH Downers Grove | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Indian Trail Elem School Downers Grove | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch Downers Grove | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Pierce Downer Elem School Downers Grove | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Herrick Middle School Downers Grove | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S Downers Grove | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Kingsley Elem School Downers Grove | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| O Neill Middle School Downers Grove | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Whittier Elem School Downers Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Henry Puffer School Downers Grove | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Fairmount Elem School Downers Grove | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Downers Grove | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Belle Aire Elem School Downers Grove | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ABRAXAS NAPERVILLE BRIDGE Woodridge | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Highland Elem School Downers Grove | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Lester Elem School Downers Grove | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60515 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,358
Median Home Value
$453,300
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
29,045
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
43.7
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| Acero Chtr - Esmera Santiago Cmps Chicago, IL | 8.2 |
| Central Road Elem School Rolling Meadows, IL | 8.2 |
| Dunlap Grade School Dunlap, IL | 8.2 |
| Garfield Elem School Forest Park, IL | 8.2 |
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| Glenn Raymond School Watseka, IL | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Avery Coonley School
What grades does Avery Coonley School serve?
Avery Coonley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Avery Coonley School?
Avery Coonley School has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Avery Coonley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Avery Coonley School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Avery Coonley School rank in IL?
Avery Coonley School ranks #42 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Avery Coonley School's MySchoolScout rating?
Avery Coonley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Avery Coonley School a private school?
Yes, Avery Coonley School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Avery Coonley School a religious school?
No, Avery Coonley School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 279
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Phone
- (630) 969-0800
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