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Boulder Hill Elem School

Elementary School · CUSD 308

163 Boulder Hill Pass, Montgomery, IL 60538

Enrollment

518

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,367 of 3,813

In Montgomery

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#19 of 21

CUSD 308

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Boulder Hill Elem School

4.3/10

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

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About Boulder Hill Elem School

Boulder Hill Elem School is a public elementary school in Montgomery, IL, part of CUSD 308. Boulder Hill Elem School serves approximately 518 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Boulder Hill Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,367 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Boulder Hill Elem School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,904
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

Boulder Hill Elem School — Students at Boulder Hill Elem School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.9% (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
84%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
22%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Boulder Hill Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
12th percentile in IL
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

163 Boulder Hill Pass, Montgomery, IL 60538

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boulder Hill Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southbury Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Oswego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prairie Point Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Oswego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montgomery, see our Montgomery schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Old Post Elementary School Oswego 0.5 mi 5.3
Long Beach Elem School Montgomery 0.5 mi 3.2
Thompson Jr High School Oswego 0.9 mi 4.1
Nicholson Elem School Montgomery 1.7 mi 5.4
Oswego High School Oswego 1.8 mi 7.1
Fox Chase Elementary School Oswego 1.5 mi 4.8
Rose E Krug Elem School Aurora 1.8 mi 5.0
Southbury Elem School Oswego 2.1 mi 6.9
G N Dieterich Elem School Aurora 2.2 mi 5.2
Traughber Jr High School Oswego 2.7 mi 5.0
Prairie Point Elem School Oswego 2.8 mi 6.9
C M Bardwell Elem School Aurora 2.7 mi 5.1
Churchill Elem School Oswego 2.4 mi 6.7
Plank Junior High Oswego 2.4 mi 5.3
POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora 2.8 mi 5.0
Brokaw Early Learning Center Oswego 2.4 mi 5.3
HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aurora 3.3 mi 6.9
John Gates Elem School Aurora 3.0 mi 5.3
Freeman Elem School Aurora 3.5 mi 5.2
K D Waldo Middle School Aurora 3.4 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,064

Median Home Value

$253,900

Median Rent

$1,845/mo

Population

30,395

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

79.5%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

35.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boulder Hill Elem School

What grades does Boulder Hill Elem School serve?

Boulder Hill Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Boulder Hill Elem School?

Boulder Hill Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 518 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boulder Hill Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Boulder Hill Elem School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boulder Hill Elem School rank in IL?

Boulder Hill Elem School ranks #3,367 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Boulder Hill Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Boulder Hill Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Boulder Hill Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boulder Hill Elem School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Boulder Hill Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Boulder Hill Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

55.6% of students at Boulder Hill 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kendall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

District

CUSD 308
District Enrollment
16,851
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,904
District Rank
#19 of 21

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