Very Good
#974 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 26% in state
Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr
School · Valley View CUSD 365U
753 Dalhart Ave, Romeoville, IL 60446
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#974 of 3,813
In Romeoville
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#8 of 20
Valley View CUSD 365U
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr
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About Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr
Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr is a public school in Romeoville, IL, part of Valley View CUSD 365U. Dr.
James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #974 of 3,813 schools in IL.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
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 Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr Compares
See how Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
753 Dalhart Ave, Romeoville, IL 60446
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr may also want to explore other schools in the area. Jane Addams Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Bolingbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is John J Lukancic Middle Sch (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, A Vito Martinez Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Romeoville, see our Romeoville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robert C Hill Elem School Romeoville | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ST ANDREW THE APOSTLE Romeoville | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| John J Lukancic Middle Sch Romeoville | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Skoff Elementary Romeoville | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Irene King Elem School Romeoville | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| A Vito Martinez Middle School Romeoville | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Bolingbrook High School Bolingbrook | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Romeoville High School Romeoville | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Independence Elem School Bolingbrook | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Jane Addams Middle School Bolingbrook | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| CREME DE LA CREME Romeoville | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Oak View Elem School Bolingbrook | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Brooks Middle School Bolingbrook | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Bernard J Ward Elem School Bolingbrook | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| MIDWEST CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bolingbrook | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Jamie McGee Elementary School Bolingbrook | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bolingbrook | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Bolingbrook | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| John R Tibbott Elem School Bolingbrook | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| LITTLE EXPLORERS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Romeoville | 3.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60446 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,461
Median Home Value
$245,100
Median Rent
$1,894/mo
Population
41,933
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
35.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr
What grades does Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr serve?
Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr?
Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr rank in IL?
Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr ranks #974 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr 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 Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr a charter school?
No, Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr a Title I school?
No, Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr?
71.3% of students at Dr. James Mitchem Erly Chldhd Ctr 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 509
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Phone
- (815) 886-7827
Resources & Links
District
Valley View CUSD 365U- District Enrollment
- 14,847
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,208
- District Rank
- #8 of 20
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