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#620 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 16% in state

Clarence E Culver School

Elementary School · Niles ESD 71

6901 W Oakton St, Niles, IL 60714

Enrollment

641

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#620 of 3,813

In Niles

#2 of 6

public schools

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Clarence E Culver School

7.9/10

Elementary School in Niles · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Clarence E Culver School

Clarence E Culver School is a public elementary school in Niles, IL, part of Niles ESD 71. Clarence E Culver School serves approximately 641 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Clarence E Culver School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #620 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Clarence E Culver School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts above IL schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-4.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+17.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,015
Chronic Absenteeism18.4%

Clarence E Culver School — Students at Clarence E Culver School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 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
91%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2022
ELA
36%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.

How Clarence E Culver School Compares

See how Clarence E Culver School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
84th percentile in IL
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

Location

6901 W Oakton St, Niles, IL 60714

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clarence E Culver School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ebinger Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wildwood Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Chicago), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Eugene Field Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Park Ridge), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Niles, see our Niles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
LOGOS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Niles 0.9 mi 4.4
Stock Early Childhood Center Chicago 1.0 mi 7.2
Hynes Elem School Morton Grove 1.4 mi 7.6
JERUSALEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Morton Grove 1.2 mi 6.7
NOTRE DAME COLLEGE PREP Niles 1.3 mi 5.0
Ebinger Elem School Chicago 1.6 mi 8.6
Eugene Field Elem School Park Ridge 1.3 mi 8.0
Park View Elem School Morton Grove 1.6 mi 7.9
Golf Middle School Morton Grove 1.8 mi 7.8
V H Nelson Elem School Niles 1.6 mi 6.4
Wildwood Elem School Chicago 1.7 mi 8.2
Niles West High School Skokie 1.4 mi 8.7
MCC ACADEMY COLLEGE PREP Morton Grove 1.7 mi 7.0
Melzer School Morton Grove 2.0 mi 7.7
ST PAUL OF THE CROSS SCHOOL Park Ridge 1.8 mi 5.0
Onahan Elem School Chicago 2.2 mi 5.8
Jefferson School Niles 1.7 mi 5.0
Emerson Middle School Niles 1.7 mi 8.1
Thomas Edison Elem School Morton Grove 1.8 mi 6.3
POKO LOKO DAY NURSERY SCHOOL Glenview 2.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,868

Median Home Value

$351,100

Median Rent

$1,247/mo

Population

30,463

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

47.7

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Arlene Welch Elementary School Naperville, IL 7.9
Aviston Elem School Aviston, IL 7.9
Clifford Johnson School Warrenville, IL 7.9
Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd Chicago, IL 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clarence E Culver School

What grades does Clarence E Culver School serve?

Clarence E Culver School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Clarence E Culver School?

Clarence E Culver School has an enrollment of approximately 641 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clarence E Culver School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clarence E Culver School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clarence E Culver School rank in IL?

Clarence E Culver School ranks #620 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Clarence E Culver School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clarence E Culver School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Clarence E Culver School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clarence E Culver School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Clarence E Culver School a charter school?

No, Clarence E Culver School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clarence E Culver School a Title I school?

No, Clarence E Culver School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clarence E Culver School?

53.8% of students at Clarence E Culver 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

District

Niles ESD 71
District Enrollment
641
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,015
District Rank
#1 of 1

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