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#1499 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 39% in state

Circle Center Grade School

Elementary School · Yorkville CUSD 115

901 Mill St, Yorkville, IL 60560

Enrollment

548

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,499 of 3,813

In Yorkville

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Yorkville CUSD 115

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Circle Center Grade School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Yorkville · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Circle Center Grade School

Circle Center Grade School is a public elementary school in Yorkville, IL, part of Yorkville CUSD 115. Circle Center Grade School serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Circle Center Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,499 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Circle Center Grade School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,596
Chronic Absenteeism21%

Circle Center Grade School — Students at Circle Center Grade School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.5% (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
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
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: 7.4/10.

How Circle Center Grade School Compares

See how Circle Center Grade School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
61th percentile in IL
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

Location

901 Mill St, Yorkville, IL 60560

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Circle Center Grade School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bristol Grade School (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Bristol), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grande Reserve Elem Sch (rated 7.3/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bristol Bay Elem Sch (rated 7.0/10, 5.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Yorkville, see our Yorkville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Yorkville Intermediate School Yorkville 0.1 mi 6.2
Yorkville Early Childhood Center Yorkville 0.5 mi
GRACE HOLISTIC CENTER FOR EDUCATION Yorkville 0.6 mi 6.9
PARKVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yorkville 0.9 mi 6.8
Yorkville Grade School Yorkville 1.0 mi 6.2
Yorkville High School Yorkville 1.2 mi 5.5
Yorkville Middle School Yorkville 1.8 mi 6.8
CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yorkville 2.8 mi 4.3
Autumn Creek Elem Sch Yorkville 2.6 mi 6.8
Bristol Grade School Bristol 3.8 mi 7.9
Emily G Johns School Plano 3.3 mi 5.7
Grande Reserve Elem Sch Yorkville 4.3 mi 7.3
Hunt Club Elem Oswego 3.8 mi 5.5
Bristol Bay Elem Sch Yorkville 5.4 mi 7.0
Plano Middle School Plano 4.7 mi 5.2
Lakewood Creek Elementary Montgomery 5.9 mi 4.4
Centennial Elem School Plano 4.9 mi 5.2
P H Miller Elem School Plano 5.3 mi 6.0
Kaneland McDole Elem School Montgomery 6.6 mi 5.5
Fox Chase Elementary School Oswego 6.0 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,160

Median Home Value

$324,900

Median Rent

$1,626/mo

Population

27,798

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Circle Center Grade School

What grades does Circle Center Grade School serve?

Circle Center Grade School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Circle Center Grade School?

Circle Center Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Circle Center Grade School?

The student-teacher ratio at Circle Center Grade School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Circle Center Grade School rank in IL?

Circle Center Grade School ranks #1,499 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Circle Center Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?

Circle Center Grade 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 Circle Center Grade School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Circle Center Grade School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Circle Center Grade School a charter school?

No, Circle Center Grade School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Circle Center Grade School a Title I school?

No, Circle Center Grade School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Circle Center Grade School?

32.3% of students at Circle Center Grade 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
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kendall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

District

Yorkville CUSD 115
District Enrollment
7,119
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,596
District Rank
#6 of 9

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