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#2422 of 3,813 schools in IL
Crosby Elem Sch
Elementary School · Harvard CUSD 50
401 Hereley Dr, Harvard, IL 60033
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,422 of 3,813
In Harvard
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Harvard CUSD 50
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Crosby Elem Sch
Elementary School in Harvard · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Crosby Elem Sch
Crosby Elem Sch is a public elementary school in Harvard, IL, part of Harvard CUSD 50. Crosby Elem Sch serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Crosby Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,422 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Crosby Elem Sch show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Crosby Elem Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Crosby Elem Sch — Students at Crosby Elem Sch score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.4/10.
How Crosby Elem Sch Compares
See how Crosby Elem Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
401 Hereley Dr, Harvard, IL 60033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crosby Elem Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sharon Community (rated 8.4/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Sharon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fontana Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Fontana), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westwood Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Woodstock), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harvard, see our Harvard schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Elem School Harvard | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Jefferson Elem School Harvard | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Harvard High School Harvard | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Harvard Jr High School Harvard | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Big Foot High Walworth | 8.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Capron Elem School Capron | 6.5 mi | 3.6 |
| AGAPE SCHOOL Walworth | 8.8 mi | — |
| Walworth Elementary Walworth | 8.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Sharon Community Sharon | 9.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Fontana Elementary Fontana | 10.2 mi | 8.1 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Marengo | 10.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Marengo Comm Middle School Marengo | 11.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Ulysses S Grant Intermediate Sch Marengo | 11.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Marengo High School Marengo | 11.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Locust Elem School Marengo | 11.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Westwood Elem School Woodstock | 10.1 mi | 7.9 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williams Bay | 12.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Williams Bay Middle Williams Bay | 12.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Williams Bay High Williams Bay | 12.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Mary Endres Elementary School Woodstock | 9.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,298
Median Home Value
$198,700
Median Rent
$1,192/mo
Population
13,333
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
36.5
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| Colene Hoose Elem School Normal, IL | 5.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crosby Elem Sch
What grades does Crosby Elem Sch serve?
Crosby Elem Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Crosby Elem Sch?
Crosby Elem Sch has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crosby Elem Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Crosby Elem Sch is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crosby Elem Sch rank in IL?
Crosby Elem Sch ranks #2,422 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Crosby Elem Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Crosby Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Crosby Elem Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crosby Elem Sch has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Crosby Elem Sch a charter school?
No, Crosby Elem Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crosby Elem Sch a Title I school?
No, Crosby Elem Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crosby Elem Sch?
44.3% of students at Crosby Elem Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 637
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- McHenry County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (815) 943-4022
Resources & Links
District
Harvard CUSD 50- District Enrollment
- 2,499
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,744
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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