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#502 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 13% in state

John L Sipley Elem School

Elementary School · Woodridge SD 68

2806 83rd St, Woodridge, IL 60517

Enrollment

392

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#502 of 3,813

In Woodridge

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Woodridge SD 68

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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John L Sipley Elem School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Woodridge · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Edgewood Elem School

6.5/10

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About John L Sipley Elem School

John L Sipley Elem School is a public elementary school in Woodridge, IL, part of Woodridge SD 68. John L Sipley Elem School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John L Sipley Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #502 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for John L Sipley Elem School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,210
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

John L Sipley Elem School — Students at John L Sipley Elem School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
80%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
55%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
ELA
42%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How John L Sipley Elem School Compares

See how John L Sipley Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
87th percentile in IL
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

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

2806 83rd St, Woodridge, IL 60517

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John L Sipley Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lisle Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Lisle), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ranch View Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, William F Murphy Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Woodridge, see our Woodridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Edgewood Elem School Woodridge 0.4 mi 6.5
ST SCHOLASTICA PARISH SCHOOL Woodridge 0.7 mi 7.3
William F Murphy Elem School Woodridge 0.8 mi 8.0
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School Woodridge 1.3 mi 8.4
Wood View Elem School Bolingbrook 1.5 mi 5.2
Jonas E Salk Elem School Bolingbrook 1.8 mi 7.2
Hubert H Humphrey Middle School Bolingbrook 1.8 mi 6.8
Goodrich Elem School Woodridge 1.8 mi 6.8
Meadowview Elem School Woodridge 1.9 mi 7.8
ABRAXAS NAPERVILLE BRIDGE Woodridge 2.2 mi 6.1
John R Tibbott Elem School Bolingbrook 2.3 mi 7.4
Willow Creek Elem School Woodridge 2.5 mi 5.9
ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bolingbrook 2.6 mi 6.3
MIDWEST CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bolingbrook 2.6 mi 6.7
Indian Trail Elem School Downers Grove 2.8 mi 5.8
Lisle Elementary School Lisle 3.0 mi 9.1
Bernard J Ward Elem School Bolingbrook 3.0 mi 5.2
Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch Downers Grove 2.8 mi 6.7
Ranch View Elementary School Naperville 2.4 mi 9.1
Brooks Middle School Bolingbrook 2.9 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,357

Median Home Value

$342,000

Median Rent

$1,507/mo

Population

33,173

College Educated

44.9%

Homeownership

66.8%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

37.8

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Burr Elem School Chicago, IL 8.1
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Casals Elem School Chicago, IL 8.1
Durand Elem School Durand, IL 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John L Sipley Elem School

What grades does John L Sipley Elem School serve?

John L Sipley Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend John L Sipley Elem School?

John L Sipley Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John L Sipley Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at John L Sipley Elem School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John L Sipley Elem School rank in IL?

John L Sipley Elem School ranks #502 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is John L Sipley Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

John L Sipley Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 John L Sipley Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John L Sipley Elem School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is John L Sipley Elem School a charter school?

No, John L Sipley Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John L Sipley Elem School a Title I school?

No, John L Sipley Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John L Sipley Elem School?

47.4% of students at John L Sipley Elem 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
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

Woodridge SD 68
District Enrollment
2,798
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,210
District Rank
#2 of 7

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