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#1478 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 39% in state

Churchill Elem School

Elementary School · CUSD 308

520 Secretariat Ln, Oswego, IL 60543

Enrollment

436

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,478 of 3,813

In Oswego

#5 of 12

public schools

In district

#9 of 21

CUSD 308

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Churchill Elem School

6.7/10

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

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About Churchill Elem School

Churchill Elem School is a public elementary school in Oswego, IL, part of CUSD 308. Churchill Elem School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Churchill Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,478 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Churchill Elem School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,904
Chronic Absenteeism13.1%

Churchill Elem School — Students at Churchill Elem School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.1% (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
93%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2022
ELA
41%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Churchill Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
61th percentile in IL
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

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

520 Secretariat Ln, Oswego, IL 60543

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Churchill Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wolfs Crossing Elem School (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores slightly higher. Another option is The Wheatlands Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Aurora), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Southbury Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oswego, see our Oswego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Plank Junior High Oswego 0.1 mi 5.3
Brokaw Early Learning Center Oswego 0.1 mi 5.3
Oswego East High School Oswego 0.9 mi 7.6
Southbury Elem School Oswego 1.7 mi 6.9
Old Post Elementary School Oswego 1.8 mi 5.3
Long Beach Elem School Montgomery 2.0 mi 3.2
Thompson Jr High School Oswego 2.0 mi 4.1
Wolfs Crossing Elem School Aurora 2.1 mi 7.5
Traughber Jr High School Oswego 2.4 mi 5.0
Bednarcik Junior High School Aurora 2.1 mi 7.1
G N Dieterich Elem School Aurora 2.8 mi 5.2
The Wheatlands Elementary School Aurora 2.4 mi 7.0
Boulder Hill Elem School Montgomery 2.4 mi 4.3
Oswego High School Oswego 2.4 mi 7.1
Rose E Krug Elem School Aurora 3.0 mi 5.0
John Gates Elem School Aurora 3.3 mi 5.3
Olney C Allen Elem School Aurora 3.4 mi 5.0
East High School Aurora 3.5 mi 6.2
POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora 3.5 mi 5.0
Prairie Point Elem School Oswego 3.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,507

Median Home Value

$319,300

Median Rent

$1,558/mo

Population

41,723

College Educated

42.3%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Churchill Elem School

What grades does Churchill Elem School serve?

Churchill Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Churchill Elem School?

Churchill Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Churchill Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Churchill Elem School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Churchill Elem School rank in IL?

Churchill Elem School ranks #1,478 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Churchill Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Churchill Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Churchill Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Churchill Elem School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Churchill Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Churchill Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

17.4% of students at Churchill 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kendall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

District

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

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