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#1090 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 29% in state

Jay Stream Middle School

Middle School · CCSD 93

283 El Paso Ln, Carol Stream, IL 60188

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

7.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,090 of 3,813

In Carol Stream

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

CCSD 93

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Jay Stream Middle School

7.2/10

Middle School in Carol Stream · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Carol Stream Elem School

8.1/10

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8.2/10

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About Jay Stream Middle School

Jay Stream Middle School is a public middle school in Carol Stream, IL, part of CCSD 93. Jay Stream Middle School serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jay Stream Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,090 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Jay Stream Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • IL avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Jay Stream Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,661
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

Jay Stream Middle School — Students at Jay Stream Middle School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.2% (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
92%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
30%
2022
ELA
34%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Jay Stream Middle School Compares

See how Jay Stream Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
71th percentile in IL
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

Location

283 El Paso Ln, Carol Stream, IL 60188

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jay Stream Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wheaton North High School (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Wheaton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glenbard North High School (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roy De Shane Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Carol Stream, see our Carol Stream schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Carol Stream Elem School Carol Stream 0.4 mi 8.1
Roy De Shane Elementary School Carol Stream 0.6 mi 8.2
Western Trails Elem School Carol Stream 0.7 mi 7.1
Glenbard North High School Carol Stream 1.1 mi 8.3
Cloverdale Elem School Carol Stream 1.4 mi 8.0
WHEATON CHRISTIAN GRAMMAR SCHOOL Winfield 1.5 mi 5.5
ST ISIDORE SCHOOL Bloomingdale 1.7 mi 5.9
CCSD 93 Early Childhood Cntr Bloomingdale 1.8 mi 7.1
Pleasant Hill Elem School Winfield 1.8 mi 8.2
Evergreen Elementary School Carol Stream 1.6 mi 6.8
Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch Hanover Park 2.0 mi 6.8
WHEATON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheaton 2.1 mi 7.5
Heritage Lakes Elem School Carol Stream 1.8 mi 7.9
Wheaton North High School Wheaton 2.3 mi 8.7
Stratford Middle School Bloomingdale 2.2 mi 7.2
Carl Sandburg Elem School Wheaton 2.5 mi 8.2
Americana Elementary School Glendale Heights 2.0 mi 5.5
GODDARD SCHOOL Bloomingdale 2.6 mi
GLENOAKS HOSPITAL MEDICAL SCHOOL PROGRAMS Glendale Heights 2.1 mi 7.6
DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL - WHEATON Wheaton 2.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,560

Median Home Value

$311,600

Median Rent

$1,465/mo

Population

42,087

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jay Stream Middle School

What grades does Jay Stream Middle School serve?

Jay Stream Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Jay Stream Middle School?

Jay Stream Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jay Stream Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jay Stream Middle School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jay Stream Middle School rank in IL?

Jay Stream Middle School ranks #1,090 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Jay Stream Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jay Stream Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Jay Stream Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jay Stream Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jay Stream Middle School a charter school?

No, Jay Stream Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jay Stream Middle School a Title I school?

No, Jay Stream Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jay Stream Middle School?

44.9% of students at Jay Stream Middle 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

District

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

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