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Meadowdale Elem School
Elementary School · CUSD 300
14 Ash St, Carpentersville, IL 60110
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,482 of 3,813
In Carpentersville
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#19 of 27
CUSD 300
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Meadowdale Elem School
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About Meadowdale Elem School
Meadowdale Elem School is a public elementary school in Carpentersville, IL, part of CUSD 300. Meadowdale Elem School serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadowdale Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,482 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Meadowdale Elem School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Meadowdale Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Meadowdale Elem School — Students at Meadowdale Elem School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81%
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: 6.6/10.
How Meadowdale Elem School Compares
See how Meadowdale Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14 Ash St, Carpentersville, IL 60110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadowdale Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastview Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dundee Highlands Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby West Dundee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carpentersville, see our Carpentersville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunny Hill Elem School Carpentersville | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Lakewood School Carpentersville | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Golfview Elem School Carpentersville | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Dundee-Crown High School Carpentersville | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Perry Elementary School Carpentersville | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Carpentersville Middle School Carpentersville | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Delacey Family Educ Ctr Carpentersville | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Parkview Elementary School Carpentersville | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch Algonquin | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL East Dundee | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Dundee Highlands Elem School West Dundee | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| LUMEN ACADEMY West Dundee | 2.4 mi | — |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Dundee | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Eastview Elem School Algonquin | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Algonquin Middle School Algonquin | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MARGARET MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Algonquin | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Elgin Math and Science Acad Chtr Elgin | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| VALEO ACADEMY Hoffman Estates | 4.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Sleepy Hollow Elem School Sleepy Hollow | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Coleman Elem School Elgin | 4.4 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,714
Median Home Value
$224,300
Median Rent
$1,421/mo
Population
39,028
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Americana Elementary School Glendale Heights, IL | 5.5 |
| Andrew Cooke Magnet Elem School Waukegan, IL | 5.5 |
| Arcola Elementary School Arcola, IL | 5.5 |
| Ashburn Community Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.5 |
| Bartlett Elem School Bartlett, IL | 5.5 |
| Black Hawk Elem School Glendale Heights, IL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadowdale Elem School
What grades does Meadowdale Elem School serve?
Meadowdale Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Meadowdale Elem School?
Meadowdale Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadowdale Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadowdale Elem School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadowdale Elem School rank in IL?
Meadowdale Elem School ranks #2,482 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Meadowdale Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadowdale Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Meadowdale Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadowdale Elem School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Meadowdale Elem School a charter school?
No, Meadowdale Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadowdale Elem School a Title I school?
No, Meadowdale Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadowdale Elem School?
81.0% of students at Meadowdale 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (224) 484-2900
Resources & Links
District
CUSD 300- District Enrollment
- 20,488
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,080
- District Rank
- #19 of 27
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