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Kaneland Mcdole Elem School

Elementary School · Kaneland CUSD 302

2901 Foxmoor Dr, Montgomery, IL 60538

Enrollment

424

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,531 of 3,813

In Montgomery

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Kaneland CUSD 302

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Kaneland Mcdole Elem School

5.5/10

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

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About Kaneland Mcdole Elem School

Kaneland Mcdole Elem School is a public elementary school in Montgomery, IL, part of Kaneland CUSD 302. Kaneland Mcdole Elem School serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kaneland Mcdole Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,531 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Kaneland Mcdole Elem School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-6.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,612
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Kaneland Mcdole Elem School — Students at Kaneland Mcdole Elem School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.2% (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
95%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
34%
2022
ELA
37%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How Kaneland Mcdole Elem School Compares

See how Kaneland Mcdole Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in IL
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

Location

2901 Foxmoor Dr, Montgomery, IL 60538

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kaneland Mcdole Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bristol Grade School (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Bristol), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grande Reserve Elem Sch (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Yorkville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montgomery, see our Montgomery schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakewood Creek Elementary Montgomery 0.9 mi 4.4
Bristol Bay Elem Sch Yorkville 1.8 mi 7.0
Grande Reserve Elem Sch Yorkville 2.6 mi 7.3
Bristol Grade School Bristol 2.9 mi 7.9
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aurora 2.9 mi 7.1
Washington Middle School Aurora 2.9 mi 4.2
Fox Chase Elementary School Oswego 3.0 mi 4.8
West Aurora Learning Center/ELA Aurora 3.3 mi 4.7
Kaneland John Shields Elem Sch Sugar Grove 3.3 mi 6.8
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aurora 3.5 mi 7.3
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aurora 3.5 mi 7.8
Autumn Creek Elem Sch Yorkville 4.0 mi 6.8
Freeman Elem School Aurora 3.5 mi 5.2
Hall Elem School Aurora 3.9 mi 4.1
Herget Middle School Aurora 4.3 mi 4.7
Nicholson Elem School Montgomery 3.3 mi 5.4
Boulder Hill Elem School Montgomery 3.5 mi 4.3
ROSARY HIGH SCHOOL Aurora 4.1 mi 7.9
West Aurora High School Aurora 4.0 mi 7.2
RESURRECTION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aurora 4.7 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,064

Median Home Value

$253,900

Median Rent

$1,845/mo

Population

30,395

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

79.5%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

35.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kaneland Mcdole Elem School

What grades does Kaneland Mcdole Elem School serve?

Kaneland Mcdole Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Kaneland Mcdole Elem School?

Kaneland Mcdole Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kaneland Mcdole Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kaneland Mcdole Elem School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kaneland Mcdole Elem School rank in IL?

Kaneland Mcdole Elem School ranks #2,531 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Kaneland Mcdole Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kaneland Mcdole Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Mcdole Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kaneland Mcdole Elem School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kaneland Mcdole Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Kaneland Mcdole Elem School a Title I school?

No, Kaneland Mcdole Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

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

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