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#1876 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 49% in state
L D Brady Elem School
Elementary School · Aurora East USD 131
600 Columbia St, Aurora, IL 60505
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,876 of 3,813
In Aurora
#18 of 45
public schools
In district
#5 of 18
Aurora East USD 131
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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L D Brady Elem School
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About L D Brady Elem School
L D Brady Elem School is a public elementary school in Aurora, IL, part of Aurora East USD 131. L D Brady Elem School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. L D Brady Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,876 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for L D Brady Elem School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at L D Brady Elem School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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L D Brady Elem School — Students at L D Brady Elem School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.2/10.
How L D Brady Elem School Compares
See how L D Brady Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 Columbia St, Aurora, IL 60505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering L D Brady Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is C I Johnson Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Benavides Steam Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fred Rodgers Magnet Acad Aurora | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Edna Rollins Elem School Aurora | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| K D Waldo Middle School Aurora | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Aurora | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| W S Beaupre Elem School Aurora | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Oak Park Elem School Aurora | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| East High School Aurora | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| John Gates Elem School Aurora | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Nicholas A Hermes Elem School Aurora | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Henry W Cowherd Middle School Aurora | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| C M Bardwell Elem School Aurora | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| C F Simmons Middle School Aurora | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Benavides Steam Academy Aurora | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Hill Elem School Aurora | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Olney C Allen Elem School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| G N Dieterich Elem School Aurora | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Greenman Elem School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| C I Johnson Elem School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Hope D Wall TMH Child Dev Ctr Aurora | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,306
Median Home Value
$192,500
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
58,176
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
31.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams School Creal Springs, IL | 6.2 |
| Anne Fox Elem School Hanover Park, IL | 6.2 |
| Brown County Elementary School Mount Sterling, IL | 6.2 |
| Charles J Sahs Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.2 |
| Dawes Elementary School Evanston, IL | 6.2 |
| Gresham Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about L D Brady Elem School
What grades does L D Brady Elem School serve?
L D Brady Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend L D Brady Elem School?
L D Brady Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at L D Brady Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at L D Brady Elem School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does L D Brady Elem School rank in IL?
L D Brady Elem School ranks #1,876 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is L D Brady Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
L D Brady Elem School 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 L D Brady Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, L D Brady Elem School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is L D Brady Elem School a charter school?
No, L D Brady Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is L D Brady Elem School a Title I school?
No, L D Brady Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L D Brady Elem School?
76.9% of students at L D Brady 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.1%
- Phone
- (630) 299-5425
Resources & Links
District
Aurora East USD 131- District Enrollment
- 12,260
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,690
- District Rank
- #5 of 18
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