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Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem

Elementary School · Kaneland CUSD 302

1122 Anderson Rd, Elburn, IL 60119

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,918 of 3,813

In Elburn

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Kaneland CUSD 302

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem

6.2/10

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About Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem

Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem is a public elementary school in Elburn, IL, part of Kaneland CUSD 302. Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,918 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-5.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,612
Chronic Absenteeism7%

Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem — Students at Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 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
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2022
ELA
44%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem Compares

See how Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
50th percentile in IL
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

Location

1122 Anderson Rd, Elburn, IL 60119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bell-Graham Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fabyan Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Geneva), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lily Lake Grade School (rated 7.8/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Maple Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elburn, see our Elburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch Elburn 1.5 mi 5.3
GREEN FRIENDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elburn 1.8 mi
Mill Creek School Geneva 3.7 mi 7.3
Lily Lake Grade School Maple Park 5.1 mi 7.8
Kaneland Senior High School Maple Park 3.9 mi 8.0
Wasco Elem School Wasco 5.0 mi 7.4
Fabyan Elementary School Geneva 4.3 mi 8.1
Geneva 304 Early Learning Center Geneva 4.3 mi 5.6
Kaneland Harter Middle School Sugar Grove 5.8 mi 5.3
Illinois Youth Ctr - St Charles Saint Charles 4.8 mi 8.3
Bell-Graham Elementary School Saint Charles 5.3 mi 8.8
Grace McWayne Elementary School Batavia 5.6 mi 6.3
Heartland Elementary School Geneva 5.4 mi 6.8
Geneva Middle Sch North Geneva 5.4 mi 6.7
Geneva Middle Sch South Geneva 5.4 mi 6.2
Fearn Elementary School North Aurora 6.6 mi 5.2
Herget Middle School Aurora 7.2 mi 4.7
RESURRECTION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aurora 7.1 mi 7.2
Kaneland John Shields Elem Sch Sugar Grove 8.0 mi 6.8
HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Batavia 6.1 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,058

Median Home Value

$366,300

Median Rent

$1,620/mo

Population

10,964

College Educated

50.7%

Homeownership

90.4%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

46.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem

What grades does Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem serve?

Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem?

Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem?

The student-teacher ratio at Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem rank in IL?

Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem ranks #1,918 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem's MySchoolScout rating?

Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem a charter school?

No, Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem a Title I school?

No, Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Kane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

District

Kaneland CUSD 302
District Enrollment
3,939
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,612
District Rank
#3 of 6

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