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#909 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 24% 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

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Woodridge

#4 of 7

public schools

Illinois elementary schools

#578 of 2,326

In district

#4 of 7

Woodridge SD 68

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Very strong

About John L Sipley Elem School

John L. Sipley Elementary School serves 392 students in grades pre-K through 6th in Woodridge, Illinois. This regular public elementary school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1 with 29 full-time equivalent teachers, providing students with more individualized attention in their learning environment.

The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranking #769 out of 3,819 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 80th percentile among Illinois schools. With an academic score of 8.0 out of 10, Sipley Elementary shows strength in student achievement. In English Language Arts and Reading, 42% of students across all grades perform at proficient levels or above.

Sipley Elementary is located in an established suburban community where families value education, as evidenced by 46% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood reflects economic stability with a median household income of $95,145 and median home values around $330,400, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 4.4%. This supportive community environment, combined with the school's strong academic standing, creates a stable learning atmosphere for students in this well-established DuPage County suburb.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.57 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27%
Reading/ELA Proficiency42%
Overall Proficiency35%
Expected (poverty-adj.)27%
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,654

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: 27%).

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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 33.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
39%
ELA
44%
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: 6.3/10.

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
7.3/10
76th percentile in IL
Academic
8.3/10
8.3/10
Growth
6.3/10
Above average
Environment
8.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers

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. Edgewood Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bernard J Ward Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Bolingbrook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meadowview Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 8.6
ST SCHOLASTICA PARISH SCHOOL Woodridge 0.7 mi 7.3
William F Murphy Elem School Woodridge 0.8 mi 6.2
Thomas Jefferson Jr High School Woodridge 1.3 mi 8.3
Wood View Elem School Bolingbrook 1.5 mi 4.3
Jonas E Salk Elem School Bolingbrook 1.8 mi 3.9
Hubert H Humphrey Middle School Bolingbrook 1.8 mi 5.9
Goodrich Elem School Woodridge 1.8 mi 5.1
Meadowview Elem School Woodridge 1.9 mi 7.7
ABRAXAS NAPERVILLE BRIDGE Woodridge 2.2 mi 6.1
John R Tibbott Elem School Bolingbrook 2.3 mi 6.8
Willow Creek Elem School Woodridge 2.5 mi 5.4
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 6.9
Lisle Elementary School Lisle 3.0 mi 7.6
Bernard J Ward Elem School Bolingbrook 3.0 mi 8.3
Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch Downers Grove 2.8 mi 6.4
Ranch View Elementary School Naperville 2.4 mi 6.3
Brooks Middle School Bolingbrook 2.9 mi 7.6

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding John L Sipley Elem School has a median household income of $96,357. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $342,000, with a median rent of $1,507/month. The local poverty rate of 5.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BERNARD ZELL ANSHE EMET DAY SCHOOL Chicago, IL 7.3
Beulah Park Elem School Zion, IL 7.3
Brown County Elementary School Mount Sterling, IL 7.3
C I Johnson Elem School Aurora, IL 7.3
C R Hanna Elem School Orion, IL 7.3
Chicago World Language Academy Chicago, IL 7.3

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 is ranked #909 out of 3,813 schools in IL.

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

John L Sipley Elem School has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at John L Sipley Elem School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, John L Sipley Elem School has 33.0% math proficiency and 39.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
Elevated (890/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Woodridge). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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