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#3504 of 3,813 schools in IL

Balmoral Elem Sch

Elementary School · Crete Monee CUSD 201U

1124 W New Monee Rd, Crete, IL 60417

Enrollment

462

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,504 of 3,813

In Crete

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

Crete Monee CUSD 201U

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Balmoral Elem Sch

4.0/10

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

Illinois Lutheran High School and Junior High

7.6/10

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Crete-monee Early Childhood Cntr

7.3/10

1.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Balmoral Elem Sch

Balmoral Elem Sch is a public elementary school in Crete, IL, part of Crete Monee CUSD 201U. Balmoral Elem Sch serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Balmoral Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,504 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Balmoral Elem Sch show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Balmoral Elem Sch sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

38% of students at Balmoral Elem Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency4% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,610
Chronic Absenteeism38.1%

Balmoral Elem Sch — Students at Balmoral Elem Sch score 4% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.3% (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
83%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
ELA
6%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Balmoral Elem Sch Compares

See how Balmoral Elem Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
8th percentile in IL
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.1%

Location

1124 W New Monee Rd, Crete, IL 60417

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Balmoral Elem Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Chicago Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is ILLINOIS LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Crete, see our Crete schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ILLINOIS LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL AND JUNIOR HIGH Crete 1.1 mi 7.6
Crete-Monee Early Childhood Cntr Crete 1.3 mi 7.3
Crete-Monee High School Crete 1.5 mi 7.4
ILLINOIS LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crete 1.6 mi 6.9
Crete Elementary School Crete 1.8 mi 5.7
MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Crete 2.2 mi 6.7
FAITH MOVERS ACADEMY University Park 2.2 mi 4.9
Columbia Central School Steger 2.7 mi 4.1
Crete-Monee Middle School University Park 2.1 mi 6.0
Coretta Scott King Magnet Sch University Park 2.2 mi 5.1
FOUNDATIONS 4 ADVANCEMENT Steger 3.4 mi
Steger Intermediate Center Steger 3.4 mi 3.5
Steger Primary Center South Chicago Heights 3.9 mi 2.6
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights 4.4 mi 7.2
U S Grant Elem School South Chicago Heights 4.7 mi 6.3
Blackhawk Primary Center Park Forest 4.2 mi 6.6
21st Century Primary Center Park Forest 4.5 mi 3.9
Garfield Elem School Chicago Heights 5.0 mi 6.0
Beecher Junior High School Beecher 4.9 mi 4.2
Talala Elementary School Park Forest 4.4 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,346

Median Home Value

$225,900

Median Rent

$1,362/mo

Population

15,408

College Educated

30.6%

Homeownership

89.4%

Avg Commute

35.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

48.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bluffview Elem School Dupo, IL 4.0
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Caroline Sibley Elem School Calumet City, IL 4.0
Cumberland Elem School Toledo, IL 4.0
Eldorado Elem School Eldorado, IL 4.0
Emerson Elem School Maywood, IL 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Balmoral Elem Sch

What grades does Balmoral Elem Sch serve?

Balmoral Elem Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Balmoral Elem Sch?

Balmoral Elem Sch has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Balmoral Elem Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Balmoral Elem Sch is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Balmoral Elem Sch rank in IL?

Balmoral Elem Sch ranks #3,504 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Balmoral Elem Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Balmoral Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Balmoral Elem Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Balmoral Elem Sch has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Balmoral Elem Sch a charter school?

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

Is Balmoral Elem Sch a Title I school?

No, Balmoral Elem Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Balmoral Elem Sch?

98.7% of students at Balmoral Elem Sch 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.1%

District

Crete Monee CUSD 201U
District Enrollment
4,489
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,610
District Rank
#8 of 8

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