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Marie Schaefer Elem School

Elementary School · O Fallon CCSD 90

505 S Cherry St, O Fallon, IL 62269

Enrollment

641

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,403 of 3,813

In O Fallon

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

O Fallon CCSD 90

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Marie Schaefer Elem School

6.8/10

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

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3.5/10

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About Marie Schaefer Elem School

Marie Schaefer Elem School is a public elementary school in O Fallon, IL, part of O Fallon CCSD 90. Marie Schaefer Elem School serves approximately 641 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Marie Schaefer Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,403 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Marie Schaefer Elem School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,672
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Marie Schaefer Elem School — Students at Marie Schaefer Elem School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.6% (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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
33%
2022
ELA
39%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Marie Schaefer Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
63th percentile in IL
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

Location

505 S Cherry St, O Fallon, IL 62269

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marie Schaefer Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wingate Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Shiloh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scott Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Scott Air Force Base), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elem Sch (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in O Fallon, see our O Fallon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST CLARE CATHOLIC SCHOOL O Fallon 0.2 mi 3.5
O Fallon High School O Fallon 0.7 mi 5.9
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elem Sch O Fallon 1.0 mi 7.5
Estelle Kampmeyer Elem School O Fallon 0.9 mi 7.0
Laverna Evans Elem School O Fallon 1.0 mi 6.7
FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY O Fallon 1.3 mi 6.5
Amelia V Carriel Jr High O Fallon 1.6 mi 5.9
Shiloh Middle School Shiloh 1.8 mi 6.4
Fulton Jr High School O Fallon 2.1 mi 6.2
Shiloh Elementary School Shiloh 2.3 mi 6.4
Dawn Elser Elementary School O Fallon 1.9 mi 4.5
Joseph Arthur Middle School O Fallon 2.1 mi 4.2
Delores Moye Elem School O Fallon 2.9 mi 7.4
Whiteside Middle School Belleville 3.5 mi 5.0
Wingate Elementary School Shiloh 4.1 mi 8.8
Pontiac Jr High School Fairview Heights 3.3 mi 6.4
William Holliday Elem School Fairview Heights 3.3 mi 4.7
Whiteside Elem School Belleville 4.0 mi 5.1
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fairview Heights 3.6 mi 6.5
Scott Elem School Scott Air Force Base 4.3 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62269 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,167

Median Home Value

$274,200

Median Rent

$1,258/mo

Population

35,536

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

37.2

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Autumn Creek Elem Sch Yorkville, IL 6.8
Brookdale Elementary School Naperville, IL 6.8
Churchill Elem School Glen Ellyn, IL 6.8
Davenport Elem School Eureka, IL 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marie Schaefer Elem School

What grades does Marie Schaefer Elem School serve?

Marie Schaefer Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Marie Schaefer Elem School?

Marie Schaefer Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 641 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marie Schaefer Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marie Schaefer Elem School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marie Schaefer Elem School rank in IL?

Marie Schaefer Elem School ranks #1,403 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Marie Schaefer Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marie Schaefer Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Marie Schaefer Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marie Schaefer Elem School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Marie Schaefer Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Marie Schaefer Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

23.4% of students at Marie Schaefer 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
80 Very Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

O Fallon CCSD 90
District Enrollment
3,982
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,672
District Rank
#4 of 7

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