Very Good
#932 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 24% in state
Based on limited data
Don D Shute Elem School
Elementary School · East Peoria SD 86
300 Briarbrook Dr, East Peoria, IL 61611
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#932 of 3,813
In East Peoria
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
East Peoria SD 86
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Don D Shute Elem School
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About Don D Shute Elem School
Don D Shute Elem School is a public elementary school in East Peoria, IL, part of East Peoria SD 86. Don D Shute Elem School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Don D Shute Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #932 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Don D Shute Elem School Compares
See how Don D Shute Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 Briarbrook Dr, East Peoria, IL 61611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Don D Shute Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lettie Brown Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Morton), with a very similar rating. Another option is Robein Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 4.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Armstrong-Oakview Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 4.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in East Peoria, see our East Peoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Glendale Elem School East Peoria | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln Elem School East Peoria | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Parkview Jr High School Creve Coeur | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| East Peoria High School East Peoria | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elem School East Peoria | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Central Jr High School East Peoria | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| P L Bolin Elem School East Peoria | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| LaSalle Elem School Creve Coeur | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Creve Coeur | 2.7 mi | — |
| Marquette Elem School Marquette Heights | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Robein Elem School East Peoria | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Georgetown Middle School Marquette Hts | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Armstrong-Oakview Elem School East Peoria | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| KIEFER SCHOOL Peoria | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln School Peoria | 5.2 mi | 3.8 |
| J L Hensey Elem School Washington | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Valeska Hinton Early Ch Ed Ctr Peoria | 5.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr Peoria | 5.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Lettie Brown Elementary School Morton | 4.5 mi | 7.4 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peoria | 4.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,329
Median Home Value
$162,500
Median Rent
$942/mo
Population
23,698
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blair Early Childhood Center Chicago, IL | 7.4 |
| Eastlawn Elem School Rantoul, IL | 7.4 |
| Hodgkins Elem School Hodgkins, IL | 7.4 |
| Jefferson Elem School Princeton, IL | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elem School Anna, IL | 7.4 |
| Northwest Elem School Lincoln, IL | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Don D Shute Elem School
What grades does Don D Shute Elem School serve?
Don D Shute Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Don D Shute Elem School?
Don D Shute Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Don D Shute Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Don D Shute Elem School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Don D Shute Elem School rank in IL?
Don D Shute Elem School ranks #932 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Don D Shute Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Don D Shute Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Don D Shute Elem School a charter school?
No, Don D Shute Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Don D Shute Elem School a Title I school?
No, Don D Shute Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Don D Shute Elem School?
69.3% of students at Don D Shute 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Tazewell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (309) 427-5500
Resources & Links
District
East Peoria SD 86- District Enrollment
- 1,424
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,032
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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