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Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch

Elementary School · Kaneland CUSD 302

817 Prairie Valley St, Elburn, IL 60119

Enrollment

459

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,687 of 3,813

In Elburn

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Kaneland CUSD 302

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch

5.3/10

Elementary School in Elburn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch

Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch is a public elementary school in Elburn, IL, part of Kaneland CUSD 302. Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,687 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,612
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch — Students at Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.8% (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
94%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
ELA
32%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch Compares

See how Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in IL
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

Location

817 Prairie Valley St, Elburn, IL 60119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bell-Graham Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ferson Creek School (rated 8.8/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fabyan Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Geneva), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elburn, see our Elburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem Elburn 1.5 mi 6.2
GREEN FRIENDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elburn 2.2 mi
Lily Lake Grade School Maple Park 3.6 mi 7.8
Wasco Elem School Wasco 3.9 mi 7.4
Mill Creek School Geneva 3.9 mi 7.3
Kaneland Senior High School Maple Park 4.0 mi 8.0
Bell-Graham Elementary School Saint Charles 4.3 mi 8.8
Illinois Youth Ctr - St Charles Saint Charles 4.4 mi 8.3
Fabyan Elementary School Geneva 4.9 mi 8.1
Geneva 304 Early Learning Center Geneva 4.9 mi 5.6
Kaneland Harter Middle School Sugar Grove 7.3 mi 5.3
Heartland Elementary School Geneva 5.5 mi 6.8
Geneva Middle Sch North Geneva 5.8 mi 6.7
Geneva Middle Sch South Geneva 5.9 mi 6.2
Ferson Creek School Saint Charles 6.3 mi 8.8
Grace McWayne Elementary School Batavia 6.4 mi 6.3
Howard B Thomas Grade School Burlington 8.1 mi 5.5
Central Middle School Burlington 8.3 mi 7.2
Central High School Burilngton 8.3 mi 7.7
HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Batavia 6.9 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 John Stewart Elem Sch

What grades does Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch serve?

Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch?

Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch rank in IL?

Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch ranks #2,687 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 John Stewart Elem Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch a charter school?

No, Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch a Title I school?

No, Kaneland John Stewart Elem Sch is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Kane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

District

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

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