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#1375 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 36% in state

Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch

Elementary School · CCSD 93

1380 Nautilus Ln, Hanover Park, IL 60133

Enrollment

239

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,375 of 3,813

In Hanover Park

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

CCSD 93

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch

6.8/10

Elementary School in Hanover Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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About Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch

Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch is a public elementary school in Hanover Park, IL, part of CCSD 93. Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,375 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

34% of students at Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch 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 Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,661
Chronic Absenteeism33.5%

Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch — Students at Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.9% (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
88%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
22%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch Compares

See how Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
64th percentile in IL
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

Location

1380 Nautilus Ln, Hanover Park, IL 60133

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Erickson Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Bloomingdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roy De Shane Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Carol Stream), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carol Stream Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Carol Stream), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hanover Park, see our Hanover Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Cloverdale Elem School Carol Stream 0.7 mi 8.0
Glenbard North High School Carol Stream 1.0 mi 8.3
Heritage Lakes Elem School Carol Stream 0.9 mi 7.9
CCSD 93 Early Childhood Cntr Bloomingdale 1.1 mi 7.1
Western Trails Elem School Carol Stream 1.4 mi 7.1
Roy De Shane Elementary School Carol Stream 1.5 mi 8.2
Greenbrook Elem School Hanover Park 1.7 mi 5.1
ST ISIDORE SCHOOL Bloomingdale 1.3 mi 5.9
GODDARD SCHOOL Bloomingdale 1.4 mi
Evergreen Elementary School Carol Stream 1.8 mi 6.8
Spring Trail Elementary School Carol Stream 1.5 mi 6.5
Horizon Elem School Hanover Park 2.0 mi 6.5
GREENBROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hanover Park 2.1 mi
Jay Stream Middle School Carol Stream 2.0 mi 7.2
Spring Wood Middle School Hanover Park 2.1 mi 4.5
Carol Stream Elem School Carol Stream 2.2 mi 8.1
Prairieview Elementary School Bartlett 1.8 mi 5.5
Stratford Middle School Bloomingdale 1.9 mi 7.2
Erickson Elementary School Bloomingdale 2.2 mi 8.3
Benjamin Middle School West Chicago 2.6 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,263

Median Home Value

$260,900

Median Rent

$1,478/mo

Population

36,850

College Educated

29.5%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch

What grades does Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch serve?

Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch?

Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch rank in IL?

Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch ranks #1,375 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch a charter school?

No, Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch a Title I school?

No, Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch?

58.2% of students at Elsie C Johnson 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

District

CCSD 93
District Enrollment
3,283
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,661
District Rank
#9 of 9

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