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Mccarty Elementary School
Elementary School · Indian Prairie CUSD 204
3000 Village Green Dr, Aurora, IL 60504
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,793 of 3,813
In Aurora
#29 of 45
public schools
In district
#32 of 32
Indian Prairie CUSD 204
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Mccarty Elementary School
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About Mccarty Elementary School
Mccarty Elementary School is a public elementary school in Aurora, IL, part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204. Mccarty Elementary School serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccarty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,793 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Mccarty Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mccarty Elementary School — Students at Mccarty Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.3%
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: 4.6/10.
How Mccarty Elementary School Compares
See how Mccarty Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3000 Village Green Dr, Aurora, IL 60504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mccarty Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nancy Young Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, White Eagle Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown Elementary School Aurora | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Fischer Middle School Aurora | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Waubonsie Valley High School Aurora | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Reba O Steck Elementary School Aurora | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Peter M Gombert Elementary Sch Aurora | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Prairie Children Preschool Aurora | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS GARDEN Aurora | 1.1 mi | — |
| Still Middle School Aurora | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Nancy Young Elementary School Aurora | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| White Eagle Elementary Naperville | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| COSMIC MONTESSORI COMMUNITY Aurora | 1.4 mi | — |
| ALL ABOUT KIDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Aurora | 1.8 mi | — |
| Homestead Elementary School Aurora | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| C I Johnson Elem School Aurora | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| The Wheatlands Elementary School Aurora | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Francis Granger Middle School Aurora | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary Aurora | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Olney C Allen Elem School Aurora | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| CASA DEI BAMBINI Aurora | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Naperville | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,249
Median Home Value
$272,800
Median Rent
$1,861/mo
Population
38,861
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
61.4%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
34.1
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| Bass Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.2 |
| Bernard J Ward Elem School Bolingbrook, IL | 5.2 |
| Canterbury Elem School Crystal Lake, IL | 5.2 |
| Centennial Elem School Plano, IL | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mccarty Elementary School
What grades does Mccarty Elementary School serve?
Mccarty Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mccarty Elementary School?
Mccarty Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccarty Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mccarty Elementary 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 Mccarty Elementary School rank in IL?
Mccarty Elementary School ranks #2,793 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Mccarty Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mccarty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Mccarty Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccarty Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mccarty Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mccarty Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mccarty Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mccarty Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mccarty Elementary School?
37.3% of students at Mccarty Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (630) 375-3400
Resources & Links
District
Indian Prairie CUSD 204- District Enrollment
- 25,950
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,127
- District Rank
- #32 of 32
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