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#1107 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 29% in state

Laraway School

Elementary School · Laraway CCSD 70C

1715 Rowell Ave, Joliet, IL 60433

Enrollment

470

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,107 of 3,813

In Joliet

#5 of 31

public schools

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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7.2/10

Elementary School in Joliet · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Laraway School

Laraway School is a public elementary school in Joliet, IL, part of Laraway CCSD 70C. Laraway School serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Laraway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,107 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Laraway School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above IL schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Laraway School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)8% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,027
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

Laraway School — Students at Laraway School score 16% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.1% (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
65%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
ELA
29%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Laraway School Compares

See how Laraway School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
71th percentile in IL
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

Location

1715 Rowell Ave, Joliet, IL 60433

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Laraway School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eisenhower Academy (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center (rated 8.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby New Lenox), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Joliet, see our Joliet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
HOPEWELL CAREER ACADEMY - JOILET Joliet 1.4 mi 6.3
Edna Keith Elem School Joliet 1.7 mi 4.9
Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm Joliet 1.7 mi 6.6
Woodland Elem School Joliet 1.8 mi 4.8
Joliet Central High School Joliet 2.4 mi 5.3
T E Culbertson Elem School Joliet 2.3 mi 3.3
Eisenhower Academy Joliet 2.2 mi 8.9
Union Elementary School Joliet 2.0 mi 9.5
A O Marshall Elem School Joliet 2.8 mi 4.1
VILASECA JOSEPHINE CENTER Joliet 2.8 mi
ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Joliet 3.0 mi
Isaac Singleton Elem Sch Joliet 3.2 mi 6.0
Gompers Junior High School Joliet 3.3 mi 5.2
ST MARY NATIVITY SCHOOL Joliet 3.2 mi 6.2
Sator Sanchez Elem School Joliet 3.5 mi 3.7
UCP-CDS-MELVIN J LARSON SCHOOL Joliet 2.9 mi 6.2
Farragut Elem School Joliet 3.2 mi 3.6
Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center New Lenox 3.2 mi 8.1
Forest Park Individual Ed School Joliet 3.8 mi 5.5
Rockdale Elem School Rockdale 3.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,987

Median Home Value

$167,800

Median Rent

$1,307/mo

Population

15,293

College Educated

13.4%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

39.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Laraway School

What grades does Laraway School serve?

Laraway School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Laraway School?

Laraway School has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Laraway School?

The student-teacher ratio at Laraway School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Laraway School rank in IL?

Laraway School ranks #1,107 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Laraway School's MySchoolScout rating?

Laraway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Laraway School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Laraway School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Laraway School a charter school?

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

Is Laraway School a Title I school?

No, Laraway School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laraway School?

90.4% of students at Laraway 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
13 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

District

Laraway CCSD 70C
District Enrollment
470
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,027
District Rank
#1 of 1

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