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#235 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 6% in state

Ferson Creek School

Elementary School · St Charles CUSD 303

38W160 Bolcum Rd, Saint Charles, IL 60175

Enrollment

600

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#235 of 3,813

In Saint Charles

#5 of 13

public schools

In district

#6 of 15

St Charles CUSD 303

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Ferson Creek School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Saint Charles · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Richmond Intermediate Sch

8.9/10

Saint Charles, IL. Compare side by side with Ferson Creek School before ruling this option in or out.

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5.0/10

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About Ferson Creek School

Ferson Creek School is a public elementary school in Saint Charles, IL, part of St Charles CUSD 303. Ferson Creek School serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Ferson Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #235 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Ferson Creek School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+17.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,044
Chronic Absenteeism15.5%

Ferson Creek School — Students at Ferson Creek School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.1% (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
96%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2022
ELA
65%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Ferson Creek School Compares

See how Ferson Creek School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in IL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

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

38W160 Bolcum Rd, Saint Charles, IL 60175

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ferson Creek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davis Primary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Richmond Intermediate Sch (rated 8.9/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bell-Graham Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saint Charles, see our Saint Charles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Saint Charles 1.0 mi 5.0
Corron Elementary School South Elgin 2.0 mi 8.2
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SOUTH ELGIN South Elgin 2.0 mi
Bell-Graham Elementary School Saint Charles 2.1 mi 8.8
Otter Creek Elem School Elgin 2.8 mi 4.8
St Charles North High School Saint Charles 2.2 mi 8.5
Wild Rose Elem School Saint Charles 2.6 mi 8.7
Wasco Elem School Wasco 2.5 mi 7.4
Illinois Youth Ctr - St Charles Saint Charles 3.4 mi 8.3
Richmond Intermediate Sch Saint Charles 3.7 mi 8.9
Anderson Elem School Saint Charles 3.1 mi 7.7
Thompson Middle School Saint Charles 3.7 mi 8.8
Fox Meadow Elementary School South Elgin 3.9 mi 3.8
Davis Primary School Saint Charles 4.3 mi 9.1
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF GENEVA Geneva 4.6 mi
Heartland Elementary School Geneva 4.8 mi 6.8
Lincoln Elem School Saint Charles 4.1 mi 8.0
Prairie View Grade School Elgin 4.8 mi 7.0
Prairie Knolls Middle Sch Elgin 5.0 mi 7.3
Willard Elem School South Elgin 4.2 mi 2.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60175 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,564

Median Home Value

$476,100

Median Rent

$2,859/mo

Population

26,528

College Educated

55.4%

Homeownership

95.7%

Avg Commute

34.9 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

42.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bell-Graham Elementary School Saint Charles, IL 8.8
Blaine Elem School Chicago, IL 8.8
Concord Elem School Darien, IL 8.8
Elmwood Elem School Naperville, IL 8.8
Haines Elem School Chicago, IL 8.8
Harper Elem School Wilmette, IL 8.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ferson Creek School

What grades does Ferson Creek School serve?

Ferson Creek School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ferson Creek School?

Ferson Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ferson Creek School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ferson Creek School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ferson Creek School rank in IL?

Ferson Creek School ranks #235 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Ferson Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ferson Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Ferson Creek School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ferson Creek School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ferson Creek School a charter school?

No, Ferson Creek School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ferson Creek School a Title I school?

No, Ferson Creek School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ferson Creek School?

9.3% of students at Ferson Creek 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Ferson Creek School stack up?

Richmond Intermediate Sch
8.9

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

District

St Charles CUSD 303
District Enrollment
11,699
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,044
District Rank
#6 of 15

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