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Dean Street Elem School

Elementary School · Woodstock CUSD 200

600 Dean St, Woodstock, IL 60098

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,582 of 3,813

In Woodstock

#7 of 11

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

Woodstock CUSD 200

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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6.6/10

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About Dean Street Elem School

Dean Street Elem School is a public elementary school in Woodstock, IL, part of Woodstock CUSD 200. Dean Street Elem School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dean Street Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,582 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Dean Street Elem School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Dean Street Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

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-4.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,475
Chronic Absenteeism32.4%

Dean Street Elem School — Students at Dean Street Elem School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (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
80%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
37%

* 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 Dean Street Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
59th percentile in IL
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

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

600 Dean St, Woodstock, IL 60098

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dean Street Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Martin Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Lake In The Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Crystal Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodstock, see our Woodstock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodstock High School Woodstock 0.2 mi 8.0
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woodstock 0.5 mi 6.2
Olson Elementary School Woodstock 0.6 mi 6.7
MARIAN CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Woodstock 1.5 mi 5.3
Westwood Elem School Woodstock 1.3 mi 7.9
Verda Dierzen Early Learning Ctr Woodstock 2.1 mi 5.2
Mary Endres Elementary School Woodstock 2.1 mi 7.0
Northwood Middle School Woodstock 2.1 mi 6.6
Creekside Middle School Woodstock 2.2 mi 7.8
Prairiewood Elem Sch Woodstock 2.2 mi 6.5
Woodstock North High School Woodstock 3.1 mi 8.1
CRYSTAL LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Woodstock 4.3 mi 7.1
West Elem School Crystal Lake 6.3 mi 7.9
Greenwood Elem School Woodstock 6.7 mi 6.4
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Lake In The Hills 8.2 mi
Martin Elementary School Lake In The Hills 8.7 mi 8.2
North Elem School Crystal Lake 7.2 mi 6.3
Marlowe Middle School Lake In The Hills 8.8 mi 6.6
Richard F Bernotas Middle Sch Crystal Lake 7.3 mi 6.8
Chesak Elementary School Lake In The Hills 8.9 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60098 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,749

Median Home Value

$257,900

Median Rent

$1,178/mo

Population

33,307

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

40.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Albert Einstein Elem School Hanover Park, IL 6.6
Anne M Jeans Elem School Willowbrook, IL 6.6
Arthur Grade School Arthur, IL 6.6
Bert H Fulton School Tinley Park, IL 6.6
Central Elem School Pontiac, IL 6.6
Gallatin Elementary School Junction, IL 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dean Street Elem School

What grades does Dean Street Elem School serve?

Dean Street Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dean Street Elem School?

Dean Street Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dean Street Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dean Street Elem School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dean Street Elem School rank in IL?

Dean Street Elem School ranks #1,582 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Dean Street Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dean Street Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Dean Street Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dean Street Elem School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dean Street Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Dean Street Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

53.6% of students at Dean Street 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
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
McHenry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

District

Woodstock CUSD 200
District Enrollment
6,123
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,475
District Rank
#7 of 11

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