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#2089 of 3,813 schools in IL
Isaac Singleton Elem Sch
Elementary School · Joliet PSD 86
1451 Copperfield Ave, Joliet, IL 60432
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,089 of 3,813
In Joliet
#10 of 31
public schools
In district
#4 of 20
Joliet PSD 86
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Isaac Singleton Elem Sch
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About Isaac Singleton Elem Sch
Isaac Singleton Elem Sch is a public elementary school in Joliet, IL, part of Joliet PSD 86. Isaac Singleton Elem Sch serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Isaac Singleton Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,089 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Isaac Singleton Elem Sch show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Isaac Singleton Elem Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
38% of students at Isaac Singleton 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
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Isaac Singleton Elem Sch — Students at Isaac Singleton Elem Sch score 8% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.7/10.
How Isaac Singleton Elem Sch Compares
See how Isaac Singleton Elem Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1451 Copperfield Ave, Joliet, IL 60432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Isaac Singleton Elem Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eisenhower Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby New Lenox), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Joliet, see our Joliet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gompers Junior High School Joliet | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| A O Marshall Elem School Joliet | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Forest Park Individual Ed School Joliet | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| T E Culbertson Elem School Joliet | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Sator Sanchez Elem School Joliet | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Woodland Elem School Joliet | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Eisenhower Academy Joliet | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Joliet Central High School Joliet | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Fairmont School Lockport | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Edna Keith Elem School Joliet | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| HOPEWELL CAREER ACADEMY - JOILET Joliet | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm Joliet | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| VILASECA JOSEPHINE CENTER Joliet | 1.9 mi | — |
| Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center New Lenox | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| ST MARY NATIVITY SCHOOL Joliet | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Joliet | 2.2 mi | — |
| Taft Grade School Lockport | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| BOBBIE NOONANS CHILD CARE CENTER Lockport | 3.1 mi | — |
| Union Elementary School Joliet | 3.1 mi | 9.5 |
| M J Cunningham Elem Sch Joliet | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,099
Median Home Value
$185,100
Median Rent
$1,261/mo
Population
20,098
College Educated
12.9%
Homeownership
57.1%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bismarck-Henning Elem School Bismarck, IL | 6.0 |
| Carter Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Columbus Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Currier Elementary School West Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Dubois Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Dvorak Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Isaac Singleton Elem Sch
What grades does Isaac Singleton Elem Sch serve?
Isaac Singleton Elem Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Isaac Singleton Elem Sch?
Isaac Singleton Elem Sch has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Isaac Singleton Elem Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Isaac Singleton Elem Sch is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Isaac Singleton Elem Sch rank in IL?
Isaac Singleton Elem Sch ranks #2,089 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Isaac Singleton Elem Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Isaac Singleton Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Isaac Singleton Elem Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Isaac Singleton Elem Sch has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Isaac Singleton Elem Sch a charter school?
No, Isaac Singleton Elem Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Isaac Singleton Elem Sch a Title I school?
No, Isaac Singleton Elem Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Isaac Singleton Elem Sch?
95.5% of students at Isaac Singleton 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 288
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (815) 723-0228
Resources & Links
District
Joliet PSD 86- District Enrollment
- 9,449
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,414
- District Rank
- #4 of 20
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