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#200 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 5% in state

Longfellow Elem School

Elementary School · CUSD 200

311 W Seminary Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#200 of 3,813

In Wheaton

#2 of 17

public schools

In district

#2 of 20

CUSD 200

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.9/10

Elementary School in Wheaton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Longfellow Elem School

Longfellow Elem School is a public elementary school in Wheaton, IL, part of CUSD 200. Longfellow Elem School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Elem School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+24.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,208
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Longfellow Elem School — Students at Longfellow Elem School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 80.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 80.6% (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
96%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
84%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2022
ELA
62%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Longfellow Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
95th percentile in IL
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

311 W Seminary Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longfellow Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Emerson Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lincoln Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wheaton, see our Wheaton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CLARE WOODS ACADEMY Wheaton 0.3 mi 8.0
Franklin Middle School Wheaton 0.4 mi 8.5
Whittier Elem School Wheaton 0.7 mi 8.2
Emerson Elem School Wheaton 0.7 mi 8.8
Hawthorne Elem School Wheaton 0.9 mi 9.3
Edison Middle School Wheaton 1.0 mi 7.4
Wheaton North High School Wheaton 1.1 mi 8.7
DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL - WHEATON Wheaton 1.1 mi
Lowell Elem School Wheaton 1.0 mi 7.9
Carl Sandburg Elem School Wheaton 1.1 mi 8.2
Monroe Middle School Wheaton 1.0 mi 7.5
WHEATON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheaton 1.3 mi 7.5
Lincoln Elem School Wheaton 1.3 mi 8.6
Washington Elementary School Wheaton 1.5 mi 8.4
Madison Elem School Wheaton 1.5 mi 8.4
Jefferson Early Childhood Center Wheaton 1.3 mi 6.2
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF WHEATON Wheaton 1.8 mi 4.5
CARRIERS OF LIGHT Wheaton 1.5 mi 8.0
TRELAND ACADEMY Wheaton 2.1 mi
ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Wheaton 1.7 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60187 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,048

Median Home Value

$432,200

Median Rent

$1,744/mo

Population

28,867

College Educated

61.9%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

34.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Beecher City Grade School Beecher City, IL 8.9
Country Meadows Elem School Long Grove, IL 8.9
Eisenhower Academy Joliet, IL 8.9
Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park, IL 8.9
Kingsley Elementary School Evanston, IL 8.9
Lincolnwood Elem School Evanston, IL 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longfellow Elem School

What grades does Longfellow Elem School serve?

Longfellow Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Longfellow Elem School?

Longfellow Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elem School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longfellow Elem School rank in IL?

Longfellow Elem School ranks #200 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Longfellow Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Longfellow Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Longfellow Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Elem School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Longfellow Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Longfellow Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

20.0% of students at Longfellow 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
86 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

CUSD 200
District Enrollment
11,632
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,208
District Rank
#2 of 20

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