Capron Elem School

Capron Elem School is a regular public elementary school located in the rural community of Capron, Illinois. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fourth grade, the school has an enrollment of 177 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1 with twelve full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 4.3 out of 10, placing it in the 24th percentile among Illinois schools based on its state ranking of #2886 out of 3819.

Academically, Capron Elem School has an academic score of 3.8 out of 10, with 21% proficiency or above in ELA/Reading and 15% proficiency or above in Math across all grades. While there are areas for improvement academically, the school provides a supportive environment where students receive individual attention from dedicated teachers. Capron Elem School is situated in a close-knit rural community, offering students opportunities to engage with nature and local traditions while fostering strong connections within the neighborhood.

With an enrollment of 177 students, Capron Elem School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Capron Elem School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.